Find & Apply For Payroll Specialist Jobs in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Are you an experienced payroll professional looking for a role where you can take ownership, solve complex payroll issues, and continue growing your career? We're working with a well-established organization seeking a Senior Payroll Specialist to join its team and play a key role in managing payroll operations. This position is ideal for someone with strong hands-on payroll experience who is comfortable managing a high-volume, multi-state payroll environment from start to finish. The right person will understand payroll taxes, garnishments, unemployment, benefits deductions, and reconciliations, while also bringing the ability to troubleshoot issues and improve processes. Experience participating in a payroll system implementation or conversion is especially valuable.

Key Requirements:

3+ years of comprehensive payroll processing experience Experience with high-volume and/or multi-state payroll Strong understanding of federal, state, and local payroll taxes Experience with garnishments, unemployment, and payroll-related reporting Previous involvement with a payroll system implementation or conversion preferred Strong Excel skills Experience with payroll and benefits reconciliations Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines Strong communication and problem-solving skills Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field preferred

Main Responsibilities:

Manage and process bi-weekly payroll from start to finish Ensure payroll accuracy and compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations Handle payroll tax reporting and year-end W-2 processing Process garnishments, deductions, and other payroll-related adjustments Reconcile payroll and benefits-related accounts and vendor payments Maintain accurate employee and payroll data Partner with HR and other internal departments to resolve payroll questions and discrepancies Support employees with payroll-related questions and concerns Assist with payroll system upgrades, implementations, and process improvements Prepare payroll reports and maintain accurate records for accounting and audit purposes

What We Offer:

Competitive salary of approximately $65,000-$85,000, depending on experience Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) plan with company match Paid time off and additional employee benefits Monday through Friday schedule with some flexibility in working hours Stable, well-established organization Opportunity for continued professional growth and increased responsibility If you're a payroll professional who enjoys owning the process, digging into the details, and being a trusted resource within an organization, we'd like to hear from you. Not ready to apply yet? Contact a professional recruiter at resume@jfcglobal.com or 717-761-8095 for a confidential conversation about your career goals. With decades of industry experience, JFC Global, the largest locally owned and operated niche recruiting company, has built well-established relationships with hiring managers and HR professionals in our area. JFC Global has received a 9.6 NPS rating from the professionals we work with and prides itself on operating with the highest ethics and integrity within the recruiting industry. We look forward to putting our local connections to work for you! Direct W2 only.

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Pay:

$65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person