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1 result for Hr Payroll Assistant in Portland, ME

Payroll Specialist
  • Biddeford, ME
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 22 - 25 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a university environment in Biddeford, Maine. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is confident managing end-to-end payroll activities, handling multi-state employee populations, and ensuring compliance with applicable payroll regulations. The role requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and hands-on experience using ADP Workforce Now in a high-volume setting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process complete payroll cycles for a large employee population with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.<br>• Administer payroll for employees working in multiple states, applying appropriate tax withholdings and jurisdictional requirements.<br>• Use ADP Workforce Now to maintain payroll records, review transactions, and resolve processing issues efficiently.<br>• Audit payroll data such as earnings, deductions, taxes, and time-related inputs to identify and correct discrepancies before finalization.<br>• Respond to payroll-related questions from employees and internal partners, providing clear guidance on pay, deductions, and payroll adjustments.<br>• Maintain organized payroll documentation and support reporting needs for internal review, reconciliation, and compliance purposes.<br>• Partner with relevant departments to validate employee updates that affect pay, including new hires, status changes, and terminations.<br>• Support payroll process improvements and assist with operational changes or system-related updates when needed.
  • 2026-07-30T00:00:00Z