Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

Part-Time, non-exempt, Local candidates only

Hourly : $28-$33.00

Reports to : Controller

Non-Benefits Package

During the first 90 days, training will take place onsite. After that period, the role will transition to a hybrid schedule with one in-office day per week (Tuesdays at HQ).

The Payroll Specialist will manage and process accurate, timely payroll for all Chowgirls employees while supporting Accounting and HR with wage, benefits and compliance reporting. This role ensures that all employees; hourly, FTE, salary are paid correctly and that payroll data flows seamlessly between Bamboo and Nowsta. The Payroll Specialist will collaborate closely with the HR and Accounting departments to maintain compliance with wage laws, benefit deductions, paid leave, and reporting deadlines. The Payroll Specialist will report directly to the Controller.

Key Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with federal and state wage regulations
• Audit and reconcile time entries in Nowsta, following up with department leads and managers as needed
• Maintain accurate employee wage data in BambooHR + Nowsta, including review of new hire / current wage setup, wage changes, terminations, and leave adjustments
• Prepare payroll journal entries and collaborate with Accounting for reconciliation
• Generate and maintain payroll reports (PTO, SST accruals, benefit deductions, FTE status)
• Partner with HR and Accounting to monitor FTE eligibility and provide quarterly compliance reports to support workforce planning and benefits tracking
• Process 401K payroll contributions
• Monitor compliance of the processing of garnishments and child support withholdings
• Process employee wages associated with terminations
• Serve as the main point of contact for payroll questions, ensuring transparent and proactive communication with employees
• Support year-end processing, audits, and reporting (W-2s, 1099s, 401K, workers' comp, etc.)
• Stay informed on current wage laws and multi-state labor compliance to maintain accuracy and legal alignment

What Success Looks Like

Qualifications

Why Join Us

JOB DESCRIPTION

Payroll Admin and Financial Support

COMMUNICATION

HUMAN RESOURCES

CULTURE