Payroll Specialist

Emerald Resource Group; Brecksville (OH); Sur place; USD 28 000 - 34 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Emerald Resource Group is seeking a part-time Payroll Specialist to oversee payroll processing and support day-to-day operations. The role starts on-site in Broadview Heights, OH for training (first 3 months) and then shifts to fully remote, with an hourly pay of $20–$25 and a flexible 5–10 hour weekly schedule.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of payroll processing experience, proficiency in QuickBooks, and familiarity with Paycom or comparable platforms.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on payroll processing experience.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks and payroll-related accounting.
• Experience with Paycom, ADP, Paychex or Gusto.
• Knowledge of payroll taxes and reporting.
• Strong math, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.

Responsabilités

• Process accurate and timely payroll, including regular hours, overtime, deductions, adjustments, and payroll approvals.
• Maintain employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, pay-rate changes, and deductions.
• Manage payroll transactions and employee information using Paycom or a comparable payroll processing platform.
• Prepare payroll journal entries, reconcile payroll accounts, and maintain accurate financial records in QuickBooks.
• Review and verify federal, state, and local payroll tax withholdings, supporting required payments and filings.
• Assist with quarterly and year-end payroll reporting, including W-2s, 1099s, and related documentation.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve payroll discrepancies to ensure accurate employee compensation.
• Respond professionally to employee questions regarding paychecks, deductions, adjustments, and payroll-related concerns.
• Maintain organized, confidential, and audit-ready payroll records.
• Coordinate with management and accounting personnel to ensure payroll accuracy, compliance, and efficient processing.

Connaissances

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Formation

Associate degree

FPC/CPP certification

Outils

Paycom

ADP

Paychex

Gusto

QuickBooks

Description du poste

Job Description

Job Description

** Part-Time Payroll Specialist**

** Emerald Resource Group | Broadview Heights, OH**

** Pay:** $20–$25 per hour, based on experience
** Schedule:** Part-Time | 5–10 Hours per Week
** Work Arrangement:** On-Site for First 3 Months, Then Fully Remote
** Location:** Broadview Heights, OH

** Position Overview**

Emerald Resource Group is seeking an experienced and dependable Part-Time Payroll Specialist to oversee payroll processing and support our day-to-day payroll operations.

This position is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll professional who enjoys working independently, takes pride in accuracy, and is looking for a flexible, part-time opportunity.

The ideal candidate will have hands‑on payroll processing experience, strong QuickBooks skills, and familiarity with Paycom or a comparable payroll system. This individual will play an important role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining organized records and supporting payroll compliance.

The position requires approximately 5–10 hours per week, with the first three months spent working on‑site at our Broadview Heights office for training and onboarding. Following successful completion of this period, the role will transition to a fully remote arrangement.

** Key Responsibilities**

• Process accurate and timely payroll, including regular hours, overtime, deductions, adjustments, and payroll approvals.
• Maintain employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, pay‑rate changes, and deductions.
• Manage payroll transactions and employee information using Paycom or a comparable payroll processing platform.
• Prepare payroll journal entries, reconcile payroll accounts, and maintain accurate financial records in QuickBooks.
• Review and verify federal, state, and local payroll tax withholdings, supporting required payments and filings.
• Assist with quarterly and year‑end payroll reporting, including W‑2s, 1099s, and related documentation.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve payroll discrepancies to ensure accurate employee compensation.
• Respond professionally to employee questions regarding paychecks, deductions, adjustments, and payroll‑related concerns.
• Maintain organized, confidential, and audit‑ready payroll records.
• Coordinate with management and accounting personnel to ensure payroll accuracy, compliance, and efficient processing.

** Required Qualifications**

• Minimum of 2 years of hands‑on payroll processing experience.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks, including payroll‑related accounting, journal entries, and reconciliations.
• Experience using Paycom, ADP, Paychex, Gusto, or a comparable payroll platform.
• Working knowledge of payroll taxes, wage and hour regulations, deductions, and payroll reporting.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to identify and resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Ability to handle confidential employee and financial information with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to meet recurring payroll deadlines independently.
• Availability to work on‑site in Broadview Heights, OH, for the initial three months.

** Preferred Qualifications**

• Associate degree or relevant coursework in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation.
• Experience with payroll tax filings, account reconciliations, and year‑end reporting.
• Previous experience independently managing payroll for a small or mid‑sized organization.
• Experience supporting payroll operations in a staffing, recruiting, or professional services environment.
• Comfortable working remotely with minimal supervision.

** Compensation & Schedule**

• ** Hourly Pay:** $20–$25, based on experience and qualifications.
• ** Weekly Hours:** Approximately 5–10 hours.
• ** Schedule:** Flexible part‑time hours coordinated around payroll deadlines.
• ** Training Period:** First three months on‑site in Broadview Heights, OH.
• ** Remote Work:** Fully remote following successful completion of the initial training period.

** Why Join Emerald Resource Group?**

At Emerald Resource Group, we believe in building strong relationships, maintaining high professional standards, and creating a supportive work environment.

This opportunity offers an experienced payroll professional the chance to contribute to an established recruiting organization while enjoying a flexible schedule and long‑term remote work arrangement.

** What Makes This Opportunity Attractive:**

• Competitive hourly compensation of $20–$25.
• Flexible part‑time schedule requiring just 5–10 hours per week.
• Fully remote work after the initial three‑month training period.
• Independent responsibilities with a supportive management team.
• Opportunity to apply your payroll expertise in a professional, collaborative environment.