Payroll Specialist

Job Description

Addison Group is partnering with a growing organization to identify a Payroll Specialist for a temp-to-permanent opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Process full-cycle, multi-state payroll accurately and on schedule, including direct deposits and manual checks.
• Review and verify employee timesheets to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Prepare and submit certified payroll reports, prevailing wage documentation, and union payroll reporting as required.
• Process payroll tax filings, garnishments, child support orders, and other required employee withholdings.
• Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Process employee expense reimbursements and maintain accurate payroll documentation for audit purposes.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve payroll-related issues in a timely manner.
• Prepare payroll reports and assist with internal audits and payroll reconciliations.
• Partner with Human Resources and Accounting to support month-end activities and maintain payroll accuracy.
• Perform additional payroll and administrative responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of full-cycle, in-house payroll processing experience.
• Experience processing multi-state payroll.
• Required experience with certified payroll, prevailing wage, and/or union payroll.
• Construction industry payroll experience is strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of payroll laws, tax regulations, and payroll best practices.
• Experience processing garnishments, payroll tax filings, and employee deductions.
• Accounting background or related coursework is preferred.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and organizational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree is preferred but not required.

Benefits

This position is eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k).

Pay

$26.00–$30.00/hour (Contract)

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM