Payroll Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a dedicated Payroll Specialist to join our team in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. This long-term contract position offers an exciting opportunity to manage payroll operations for a large workforce while ensuring compliance with tax regulations and garnishment procedures. If you are detail-oriented and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities :

• Process weekly payroll for approximately 1,200 employees, including both salaried and hourly workers.
• Set up new employees in the payroll system and ensure accurate tax configurations.
• Handle garnishments and other payroll-related administrative tasks with precision.
• Collaborate with the HR team to ensure smooth payroll operations without overlapping benefits-related responsibilities.
• Review and validate employee timecards to ensure accurate payment.
• Maintain compliance with multi-state payroll regulations and prevailing wage requirements.
• Address payroll-related inquiries and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Adapt to evolving responsibilities while maintaining focus on assigned tasks and adhering to instructions.
• Work onsite to process payroll efficiently and meet weekly deadlines.
• Proven experience in processing high-volume payroll, ideally for 1,000+ employees.
• Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll regulations and tax compliance.
• Familiarity with handling garnishments and prevailing wage requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage complex administrative tasks.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with HR and resolving employee inquiries.
• Ability to work independently while following instructions and adhering to deadlines.
• Proficiency in payroll systems and tools, with demonstrated technical aptitude.
• Comfortable working onsite in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.