Payroll Specialist

Description We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist for a contract-to-permanent opportunity based in Baltimore, Maryland. This role requires a detail-oriented individual who can efficiently manage high-volume payroll operations with a focus on compliance and accuracy. A strong background in payroll systems, employee onboarding, and compensation analysis, as well as excellent analytical and organizational skills, is essential.

Responsibilities:

+ Oversee biweekly payroll check distribution, including the receipt and coordination of check mailing or in-person delivery. + Handle tasks related to check cancellations, overpayments, stop payments, voided checks, and reissuance. + Process and verify pre-employment requests to facilitate timely and accurate onboarding. + Run system queries to identify and resolve check address discrepancies, working collaboratively with employees and departments. + Review and address errors in payroll-related documents, such as tax forms and direct deposit submissions. + Ensure that all employment and rehire documentation adheres to federal requirements, including compliance with I-9 regulations and retirement selections. + Monitor and maintain data integrity within human resource systems, resolving issues related to payroll, benefits, and position management. + Act as the subject matter expert regarding employment classifications for Student and Graduate Assistants, ensuring compliance with relevant requirements. + Provide technical support and troubleshooting for payroll systems. + Communicate effectively with internal departments and employees to resolve payroll-related inquiries. Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in full-cycle payroll processing, preferably for organizations with over 500 employees.
• Proficiency in managing payroll transactions, including wages, compensation analysis, and contract terms.
• Strong knowledge of onboarding procedures and federal compliance requirements such as I-9 documentation.
• Experience with payroll systems such as PeopleSoft and DocuSign.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including data analysis and reporting.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills to handle high-volume tasks and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with employees and departments.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve payroll-related technical issues independently.

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