Job Title: Payroll Specialist (Hybrid, Temp-to-Hire)Overview:We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team on a hybrid schedule. This is a temporary-to-hire opportunity for candidates local to the area. The Payroll Specialist is responsible for managing accurate, efficient, and timely payroll processing for employees across multiple states, ensuring full compliance with internal policies and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. This position collaborates with HR and Finance departments and supports the Director of Benefits & Payroll by conducting audits, administering wage garnishments, and providing exceptional service for payroll-related inquiries.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process weekly and biweekly payroll cycles for multi-state operations utilizing ADP WorkforceNow, including handling complex wage calculations, overtime, special deductions, supplemental and retroactive pay, and processing new hire, termination, and compensation adjustments.</li><li>Maintain, audit, and update payroll records, ensuring accurate management of direct deposits, W-4 elections, and benefit contributions across multiple entities and locations.</li><li>Administer and oversee wage garnishments, child support orders, tax levies, and other payroll deductions, with strict attention to compliance requirements and notification protocols.</li><li>Review and audit timekeeping data; resolve discrepancies and missing punches by proactive communication with managers, ensuring timely approvals.</li><li>Act as a primary resource for payroll and timecard inquiries, providing timely and professional assistance to employees and managers regarding pay, tax withholdings, direct deposits, and other related matters.</li><li>Generate and deliver regular and ad hoc payroll reports, analytics, and data summaries to HR and leadership to support process improvements and organizational planning.</li><li>Assist in year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and distribution, tax reporting, and annual compliance audits.</li><li>Support and contribute to payroll workflow enhancements, automation initiatives, system upgrades, and system integrations to drive continuous improvement.</li><li>Maintain current knowledge of, and ensure adherence to, all relevant federal, state, and local legislation affecting payroll, including wage and hour laws, tax requirements, and paid leave policies.</li></ul> Work Environment & Additional Requirements:<ul><li>Hybrid work schedule; must reside locally and have the ability to work onsite as required.</li><li>This is a temporary-to-hire position, potentially leading to permanent employment based on performance and organizational fit.</li></ul>To Apply:If you meet the qualifications and are looking for a new challenge in a collaborative environment, please submit your resume for immediate consideration.

Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>Associate or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Human Resources, or a related field.</li><li>Minimum of 2 years of payroll processing experience in a multi-state, multi-location environment, with demonstrated proficiency in ADP WorkforceNow for high-volume payroll.</li><li>Advanced understanding of federal, state, and local wage/hour laws, payroll tax compliance, and payroll garnishment administration.</li><li>High level of accuracy, attention to detail, organizational skills, confidentiality, customer service orientation, and problem-solving ability.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel), ADP WorkforceNow, and payroll reporting/analytics tools.</li><li>Ability to work independently to meet deadlines and effectively communicate with employees and management at all levels.</li></ul>

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Richfield, OH
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
25.00 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
Job Title: Payroll Specialist (Hybrid, Temp-to-Hire)Overview:We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team on a hybrid schedule. This is a temporary-to-hire opportunity for candidates local to the area. The Payroll Specialist is responsible for managing accurate, efficient, and timely payroll processing for employees across multiple states, ensuring full compliance with internal policies and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. This position collaborates with HR and Finance departments and supports the Director of Benefits & Payroll by conducting audits, administering wage garnishments, and providing exceptional service for payroll-related inquiries.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process weekly and biweekly payroll cycles for multi-state operations utilizing ADP WorkforceNow, including handling complex wage calculations, overtime, special deductions, supplemental and retroactive pay, and processing new hire, termination, and compensation adjustments.</li><li>Maintain, audit, and update payroll records, ensuring accurate management of direct deposits, W-4 elections, and benefit contributions across multiple entities and locations.</li><li>Administer and oversee wage garnishments, child support orders, tax levies, and other payroll deductions, with strict attention to compliance requirements and notification protocols.</li><li>Review and audit timekeeping data; resolve discrepancies and missing punches by proactive communication with managers, ensuring timely approvals.</li><li>Act as a primary resource for payroll and timecard inquiries, providing timely and professional assistance to employees and managers regarding pay, tax withholdings, direct deposits, and other related matters.</li><li>Generate and deliver regular and ad hoc payroll reports, analytics, and data summaries to HR and leadership to support process improvements and organizational planning.</li><li>Assist in year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing and distribution, tax reporting, and annual compliance audits.</li><li>Support and contribute to payroll workflow enhancements, automation initiatives, system upgrades, and system integrations to drive continuous improvement.</li><li>Maintain current knowledge of, and ensure adherence to, all relevant federal, state, and local legislation affecting payroll, including wage and hour laws, tax requirements, and paid leave policies.</li></ul> Work Environment & Additional Requirements:<ul><li>Hybrid work schedule; must reside locally and have the ability to work onsite as required.</li><li>This is a temporary-to-hire position, potentially leading to permanent employment based on performance and organizational fit.</li></ul>To Apply:If you meet the qualifications and are looking for a new challenge in a collaborative environment, please submit your resume for immediate consideration.
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