Payroll Specialist

We are looking for a part time payroll specialist to join our team in Columbus, Ohio in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role is responsible for delivering accurate payroll processing, maintaining dependable records, and supporting compliance with payroll regulations and organizational policies. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with full-cycle payroll, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work closely with HR and finance stakeholders in a fast-paced environment. This role will be approximately 15 hours per week

Responsibilities:

• Process bi-weekly payroll from start to finish using Paycor, ensuring earnings, deductions, taxes, and garnishments are calculated accurately and submitted on schedule.
• Maintain employee payroll records by entering and validating changes related to onboarding, departures, pay adjustments, and other compensation updates.
• Review time and leave information to confirm proper payment for regular hours, holidays, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and other paid time off.
• Monitor payroll practices for alignment with federal, state, and local wage and hour requirements, as well as internal policies and procedures.
• Prepare payroll reports and supporting documentation for month-end close, quarterly balancing, and year-end reconciliation activities.
• Partner with HR leadership to coordinate payroll items such as retirement contributions, disability deductions, and other benefit-related payments.
• Support internal and external audit requests by gathering payroll records, answering questions, and providing complete documentation for review.
• Handle payroll-related correspondence and administrative requests, including employment verifications, child support orders, workers' compensation matters, and union dues reporting.
• Stay current on payroll legislation, tax updates, and system enhancements through research, training, and career development opportunities.