CONSULTING: Payroll Specialist

Australia-Employment; Wildwood (KY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical PPO (All 50 States) with PPO/H

CA medical PPO or HMO option

Dental PPO

Vision

Basic Life Insurance

401(k)

Sick pay

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our manufacturing industry client in Wildwood, KY. This on-site, 6-month contract role focuses on managing all payroll aspects with precision and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in payroll, strong ADP/Workday skills, and a keen eye for detail, while maintaining confidentiality across sensitive information.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of payroll experience.
• Experience with ADP, Workday, or similar payroll software.
• Knowledge of payroll taxes and regulations.
• High integrity and ability to handle confidential data.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, distribute, and report payroll.
• Process adjustments, manual checks, garnishments, and tax levies.
• Audit payroll procedures and records.
• Reconcile payroll data with HR and accounting.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws.

Skills

Payroll experience

ADP/Workday expertise

Payroll tax knowledge

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ADP

Workday

Job description

CONSULTING: Payroll Specialist

$28 - $30 per hour | Wildwood, KY | On-site | Consulting

CONSULTIING: Payroll Specialist/$$$/Industry Leading Benefits/ 6-month CONTRACT

A bit about us:

Our client is a well-known manufacturing organization

Why join us?

As a contractor, we are unique in that we offer full benefits:

• All 50 States: PPO for Medical coverage
• For California Residents: You have a choice of PPO or HMO plan for Medical coverage.
• Ultimate Dental PPO
• Preferred Vision
• $25k Basic Life Insurance Policy

We also offer:

• 401(k) – eligible to enroll on your first payroll
• 40 hours of sick pay after 90 days of employment

Job Details

Job Details:

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Payroll Specialist to join our team in the Manufacturing industry. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is passionate about payroll processes and has a keen eye for detail. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all applicable regulations. This role is integral to our business operations and requires a high level of precision and reliability.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the preparation, distribution, and reporting processes for payroll.
• Oversee electronic payments and distribution of payroll checks.
• Process payroll adjustments, manual checks, garnishments, and tax levies.
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and irregularities.
• Maintain and document all payroll records.
• Conduct routine audits of payroll procedures and records.
• Work with HR and accounting teams to reconcile payroll data.
• Comply with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.
• Utilize payroll software systems, including ADP, and Workday, to automate processes.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures for the payroll process.
• Prepare and provide payroll-related reports to management as needed.
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in Payroll or a related field.
• Experience with ADP, Workday, or equivalent payroll software is required.
• Proven experience with payroll automation and payroll investigation.
• Strong understanding of payroll and payroll tax laws.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to manage complex payroll issues.
• High level of integrity and ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.

If you have a passion for numbers, a knack for accuracy, and a desire to be a crucial part of a dynamic team, we want to hear from you.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.