Payroll Specialist (Contract) Prince Perelson

• 4.1 Salt Lake City, UT Job Details Contract $25
• $30 an hour 9 hours ago Qualifications Spreadsheets Cross-functional collaboration Technical Proficiency Cross-functional communication Full Job Description Payroll Specialist
• Contract Cottonwood Heights, UT | Onsite | $25
• 30/Hour | Contract Through January 2027 A leading global mining company is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join its team in Cottonwood Heights, Utah.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional to join a dynamic, collaborative organization and gain valuable experience supporting U.S. and Canadian payroll operations. This is a contract position through January 2027, with the potential for future growth and opportunities based on business needs and performance.

Position Details Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00

PM Work Arrangement:

Onsite with opportunity to work hybrid after training

Industry:

Global Mining What You'll Do As a Payroll Specialist, you will support the processing of bi-weekly payroll for employees in both the United States and Canada. You'll work as part of a collaborative payroll team and assist with a variety of payroll, tax, reconciliation, and reporting responsibilities.

Responsibilities include:

Process accurate and timely bi-weekly payroll for U.S. and Canadian employees Remit payroll tax payments and assist with payroll tax filings Manage and process union payments Process on-demand payroll payments Assist with payroll reconciliation questions and research payroll General Ledger (GL) accounts Review payroll information for accuracy and identify discrepancies Communicate professionally with employees, Human Resources, benefits specialists, managers, banks, credit merchants, and state and federal agencies Prepare, run, and distribute monthly payroll reports Apply company policies and procedures to assigned payroll responsibilities Research and resolve payroll-related questions and issues Manage individual workload effectively to meet payroll deadlines and business objectives Maintain a high level of accuracy and confidentiality when handling sensitive payroll information What We're Looking For The ideal candidate will have hands-on payroll processing experience, strong Excel skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Required Qualifications:

2+ years of payroll processing experience Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills Strong attention to detail and accuracy Excellent organization and time-management skills Ability to multitask and prioritize competing deadlines Strong computer and technical skills Positive attitude and professional, friendly demeanor Ability to communicate effectively with employees and internal departments Team-oriented approach and ability to work collaboratively

Preferred Qualifications:

Associate degree in Accounting or a related field Experience with SAP Payroll auditing experience Experience processing payroll for a large or complex organization Experience supporting organizations with 2,000+ employees Working knowledge of payroll laws, regulations, benefits, and payroll taxes Experience with U.S. and/or Canadian payroll Why Consider This Opportunity? This is a great opportunity to join a global organization and gain experience working with complex payroll operations in a collaborative and supportive environment. Employees enjoy a strong benefits package, including: Friendly and supportive coworkers Opportunity for professional growth and development Opportunity to gain experience with a global company Dynamic Culture Hybrid work schedule Apply Today!! If you have payroll processing experience, strong Excel skills, and are looking for an opportunity to join a global organization, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for the Payroll Specialist contract opportunity in Cottonwood Heights, Utah. PrincePerelson & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all provisions of the EEO and ADA laws. We do not discriminate in our employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and sexual identity), age, genetic information, parental status, military status, disability, or any non-merit-based factors or other federal, state, or locally protected class. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. #INDTEMP