Payroll Specialist

Role: Payroll Specialist

Duration: 3-month contract to start, with strong potential for extension/conversion

Work type: Remote (US)

Pay: $28-35 per hour

Our leading client, an AI-powered technology solutions provider, is seeking a Payroll Specialist.

Responsibilities

Utilize Ceridian Dayforce (a must) as the payroll system of record (Dayforce experience is a mandatory requirement).
Manage day-to-day payroll processing, including PTO, timecards, payroll adjustments, and one-time payroll audits.
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll and wage regulations.
Process and administer employee garnishments accurately.
Respond promptly and professionally to employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, and taxes.
Partner closely with the hiring manager on payroll-related matters.
Support payroll-related benefits deductions and employee benefit inquiries.
Maintain a high level of accuracy in data entry and payroll records.

Quailification

Associate degree preferred.
3 – 5 years of payroll experience.
Working knowledge of current laws and upcoming regulation changes related to employee compensation and tax issues such as the Fair Labour Standards Act and multi-state minimum wage regulations.
Working knowledge of Company time, attendance and payroll policies upon completion of training.
Exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills as well as strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to craft timely, clear and concise emails keeping the recipient party in mind is imperative.
Meticulous attention to detail required, including exceptional mathematical and calculation skills.
Proficiency with Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.

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