Payroll Specialist

About the roleRun accurate, on-time, multi-state payroll for a distributed remote workforce. You will own the full payroll cycle, partner with finance and benefits, and serve as the trusted point of contact for all team-member payroll questions. Quick factsLocation: Remote - United StatesType: Part-timeHours: 20 hrs/weekCompensation: $58,000 – $82,000 / yearDepartment: People OperationsApply: payroll@mbg-inc.com Responsibilities:Process bi-weekly payroll for US-based employees and 1099 contractors across multiple statesMaintain accurate records of hours, deductions, garnishments, and benefits contributionsReconcile payroll registers with the general ledger and prepare journal entriesManage federal, state, and local payroll tax filings; year-end W-2 and 1099-NEC reportingTrack multi-state tax nexus changes triggered by remote-worker movementRespond to employee payroll inquiries with discretion and accuracyMaintain documentation of payroll controls and support the annual financial audit Requirements:3+ years of US multi-state payroll experienceHands-on with at least one major payroll platform (ADP Workforce Now, Workday, Gusto, Rippling, or Paychex Flex)Strong working knowledge of FLSA, multi-state SUI/SUTA, and remote-worker tax considerationsFamiliarity with state-specific final-pay rules and pay-frequency requirementsComfortable working independently on a part-time, remote scheduleUS work authorization required Nice to have:FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification) or CPP (Certified Payroll Professional)Experience supporting a fully-remote, multi-state US workforceFamiliarity with equity / stock-based compensation administration (RSUs, ISOs)Exposure to international contractor payments (Deel, Remote.com, or similar) Benefits:Annualized compensation benchmarked to top-quartile US remote part-time market ratesHealthcare stipend in lieu of group coverage; 401(k) participation with company matchAccrued PTO and all US federal holidaysAnnual learning & certification budget ($1,500)Home-office equipment stipend ($1,200) plus annual refresh budgetQuarterly virtual team offsites; optional all-expenses NYC HQ visits