Part-Time Payroll Specialist

Description We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and compliant payroll operations for a large multi-state workforce based in Post Falls, Idaho. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can manage full-cycle payroll with precision while working closely with HR and Finance. The role focuses on timely payroll execution, record accuracy, regulatory compliance, and responsive employee support in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage complete payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees on a bi-weekly and/or semi-monthly schedule across multiple states.
• Use ADP Workforce Now to calculate pay, maintain payroll data, and verify deductions, withholdings, and tax accuracy.
• Update and maintain employee payroll records, including direct deposit changes, garnishments, earnings adjustments, and deduction details.
• Partner with Human Resources and Finance to coordinate payroll changes related to new hires, separations, benefits activity, and timekeeping matters.
• Review payroll registers and supporting reports to identify discrepancies and ensure accurate final processing.
• Support quarter-end, year-end, and audit activities by preparing reconciliations and assisting with required payroll documentation.
• Address employee questions related to pay, deductions, and payroll variances, and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Monitor payroll practices to help ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations in multiple jurisdictions. Requirements
• At least 3 years of payroll experience, including end-to-end payroll processing responsibilities.
• Proven ability to administer multi-state payroll for a workforce of 500 or more employees.
• Hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now is required.
• Strong working knowledge of payroll taxation, deductions, garnishments, and wage payment regulations.
• Experience reconciling payroll reports and supporting audit, quarter-end, and year-end payroll activities.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail when handling confidential employee and compensation information.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with HR, Finance, and employees to resolve payroll-related issues.

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