Payroll Specialist

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionA client is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their corporate team in Glen Allen, VA. This is a permanent, direct hire opportunity supporting a high-volume, multi-state payroll operation in a fast-paced environment.

Schedule & Work Environment Hybrid:

Work from home Monday & Friday; in-office Tuesday-Thursday (flexible based on payroll cycles)

Hours:

Choose 8 working hours between 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM Key Responsibilities Process semi-monthly and bi-weekly payroll for ~1,500 employees across 20+ states Manage payroll for hourly, salaried, and commissioned employees across multiple pay groups Maintain and update employee data: new hires, terminations, salary changes, tax updates, deductions, PTO Partner with third-party provider to ensure payroll tax compliance and reporting Transmit 401(k) contributions and support benefit deductions Prepare payroll reports (earnings, taxes, deductions, etc.) Support year-end processing (W-2s) and reconciliations Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure data confidentiality Assist with audits, tax notices, and system updates Qualifications Associate's degree in accounting, Business, or related field 3+ years of multi-state payroll experience (high-volume strongly preferred) Experience processing payroll for 1,000+ employees Exposure to payroll systems such as Workday, UKG (UltiPro), or similar Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities Excellent communication and organizational skills CPP or FPC certification a plus

Pay Details:

$29.00 to $32.00 per hour Search managed by: Cynthia Morris Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for

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