Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Payroll Specialist to join their team. This role is responsible for processing payroll accurately and on time, maintaining payroll records, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and supporting employees with payroll-related questions. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, excellent organizational abilities, and experience working with payroll systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Process multi-state payroll for employees accurately and on scheduleReview and audit timekeeping records for completeness and accuracyMaintain payroll records, deductions, garnishments, benefits, and tax withholdingsEnsure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulationsReconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies in a timely mannerCoordinate with Human Resources and Accounting teams regarding employee changes, compensation updates, and benefits deductionsRespond to employee inquiries related to pay, taxes, deductions, and direct depositAssist with year-end processing, including W-2 preparation and payroll reconciliationsSupport payroll system updates, reporting, and process improvementsMaintain confidentiality of sensitive employee and payroll information