CAN - Specialist - Payroll

ProAmpac; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

ProAmpac is seeking a Payroll Specialist for a remote contract role. You will support recurring payroll cycles, ensure data accuracy, and collaborate across HR, HRIS, Time & Attendance, Payroll Tax, Finance, and HR to deliver reliable payroll. The role requires 4–6 years of payroll experience and an associate degree or higher.

Experience with HRIS or payroll platforms and strong Excel skills are essential. PCP preferred; non-exempt, hourly position with DOE compensation.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of payroll experience.
• Associate degree or equivalent required; Bachelor's preferred.
• Experience with HRIS or payroll platforms.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Experience supporting payroll processes, reconciliations, audits, documentation, or process improvement.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy.
• Strong communication skills and cross-functional partnership.
• High discretion and professionalism with sensitive information.
• Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support recurring payroll cycles and ensure payroll information is complete, accurate, documented, and processed on time.
• Process recurring payroll inputs, adjustments, and supporting documentation
• Review payroll files and adjustment records for accuracy and completeness
• Support payroll cycle activities, validations, close processes, and deadlines
• Partner with HRIS, Workforce Management, Time Services, Payroll Tax, Finance, and HR to resolve payroll issues
• Support approved corrections, adjustments, and off-cycle payments
• Maintain accurate payroll records, notes, and documentation
• Assist with reconciliations, audits, and standard control processes
• Identify incomplete information, recurring issues, and opportunities to strengthen consistency
• Ensure employees are paid accurately and payroll commitments are met
• Take ownership of assigned activities and contribute to continuous improvement

Skills

Payroll systems

Excel

Analytical thinking

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

PCP preferred

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

HRIS platforms

Microsoft Office

Job description

Rate: $35 CAD per hour

Pay or shift range: $27 CAD to $40 CAD

The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

Payroll Specialist

Remote | ProAmpac

Payroll professionals know there is no such thing as "just payroll." Every adjustment, validation, deadline, and correction matters. At ProAmpac , we’re seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist who values accuracy, consistency, confidentiality, and dependable follow‑through.

This role is ideal for someone with strong hands-on payroll experience who enjoys working through details, identifying issues early, and partnering across HR, HRIS, Finance, Time & Attendance, and Payroll Tax to deliver a reliable payroll experience.

This will be a contract position. It is a non-exempt role with a pay of $27-$40 per hour DOE.

What You'll Do

Support recurring payroll cycles and ensure payroll information is complete, accurate, documented, and processed on time.

• Process recurring payroll inputs, adjustments, and supporting documentation
• Review payroll files and adjustment records for accuracy and completeness
• Support payroll cycle activities, validations, close processes, and deadlines
• Partner with HRIS, Workforce Management, Time Services, Payroll Tax, Finance, and HR to resolve payroll issues
• Support approved corrections, adjustments, and off‑cycle payments
• Maintain accurate payroll records, notes, and documentation
• Assist with reconciliations, audits, and standard control processes
• Identify incomplete information, recurring issues, and opportunities to strengthen consistency
• Ensure employees are paid accurately and payroll commitments are met
• Take ownership of assigned activities and contribute to continuous improvement

What You Bring

You understand payroll requires technical expertise, judgment, confidentiality, and precision.

• 4-6 years of payroll experience
• Associate degree or equivalent required; Bachelor's preferred
• Experience with HRIS or payroll platforms
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Experience supporting payroll processes, reconciliations, audits, documentation, or process improvement
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy
• Strong communication skills and cross‑functional partnership
• High discretion and professionalism with sensitive information
• Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) preferred

You'll Thrive Here If You…

• Notice when something doesn’t look right and investigate
• Appreciate structure, documentation, controls, and clear processes
• Balance speed with accuracy under deadlines
• Communicate clearly when information is missing or issues arise
• Take ownership and follow issues through to resolution
• Enjoy collaborating across multiple business areas
• Look for ways to make recurring processes more consistent and efficient

The Details

• Position: Payroll Specialist
• Department: Human Resources
• Reports to: Supervisor - Payroll
• Location: Remote
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

This role operates in a professional office and/or remote environment, with occasional exposure to manufacturing locations.

Why ProAmpac?

At ProAmpac, our people are central to how we operate, grow, and deliver for customers — and payroll is a critical part of that experience. Your work will directly influence confidence in payroll accuracy, responsiveness, and reliability while supporting a growing organization.

If you're an experienced payroll professional who takes pride in getting the details right, solving problems, and delivering consistently when deadlines matter, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Category: Human Resources Full-Time