Payroll Specialist

About the role

This part-time contract opportunity focuses on supporting weekly payroll activities in a hands-on environment where accuracy, discretion, and consistency are essential. The role is well suited for someone who can manage detailed payroll tasks independently while helping maintain compliance with payroll tax obligations and internal standards.

Responsibilities

• Administer weekly payroll processing with careful attention to timing, accuracy, and completeness.
• Enter and verify payroll data manually, including earnings, deductions, adjustments, and employee time information.
• Examine payroll details to identify inconsistencies and correct issues before finalizing each cycle.
• Prepare monthly payroll tax filings and ensure remittances are submitted within required deadlines.
• Maintain organized payroll documentation and update records to support audits, reporting, and compliance needs.
• Reconcile payroll totals, research variances, and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
• Respond to employee questions related to pay, deductions, and payroll records in a thorough manner.
• Support payroll operations using Sage 100 and contribute to dependable full-cycle payroll administration.

Qualifications

• Previous experience managing payroll processing in a business environment that requires attention to detail.
• Practical proficiency with Sage 100 for payroll administration.
• Working knowledge of full-cycle payroll procedures, including calculations, deductions, and adjustments.
• Familiarity with payroll tax reporting, monthly tax payments, and related compliance requirements.
• Ability to perform effectively in a manual payroll setting with limited supervision.
• Strong attention to detail, sound organizational skills, and a high level of accuracy.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to handle confidential employee information responsibly.