Payroll Specialist

CFS; Cranberry Township (Butler County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Cranberry Township, PA is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our growing team in the Pittsburgh area. You will processing end-to-end payroll and ensure accuracy of data across multi-state employees.

This role offers exposure to diverse payroll systems, collaboration with HR and Finance, and opportunities for professional growth in a fast-paced environment. Strong attention to detail and Excel proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on payroll processing experience.
• Experience with ADP, Paychex, or similar payroll systems.
• Knowledge of multi-state payroll regulations.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end payroll accurately and on schedule for employees on a regular payroll cycle.
• Review payroll data, employee changes, deductions, and timekeeping information for accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and research and resolve discrepancies.
• Process payroll-related adjustments, including bonuses, deductions, and other employee changes.
• Reconcile payroll and related accounts and assist with month-end reporting.
• Partner with HR and Finance to ensure employee data is accurate and up to date.
• Respond to employee questions regarding payroll, deductions, and tax withholdings.
• Maintain payroll documentation and support internal and external audits as needed.

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Data confidentiality

Tools

ADP

Paychex

Excel

Job description

Cranberry Twp, PA 16066

$60,000 – $75,000

CFS has partnered with a growing technology company to identify a Payroll Specialist to join their team in Pittsburgh, PA. This is a great opportunity for a payroll professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to play an important role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll operations.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Join a growing technology company with a collaborative and forward-thinking culture.


• Gain exposure to multi-state payroll and a variety of payroll and HR systems.


• Work closely with HR and Finance teams with strong visibility across the organization.


• Contribute to process improvements and help enhance payroll operations.


• Join a team that values accuracy, efficiency, and a positive employee experience.


• Opportunity for professional growth within a stable and growing organization.

Key Responsibilities- Payroll Specialist

• Process end-to-end payroll accurately and on schedule for employees on a regular payroll cycle.


• The Payroll Specialist will review payroll data, employee changes, deductions, and timekeeping information for accuracy.


• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations.


• Maintain accurate payroll records and research and resolve discrepancies.


• The Payroll Specialist will process payroll-related adjustments, including bonuses, deductions, and other employee changes.


• Reconcile payroll and related accounts and assist with month-end reporting.


• Partner with HR and Finance to ensure employee data is accurate and up to date.


• Respond to employee questions regarding payroll, deductions, and tax withholdings.


• The Payroll Specialist will maintain payroll documentation and support internal and external audits as needed.

Qualifications- Payroll Specialist

• 2+ years of hands‑on payroll processing experience.


• Experience with ADP, Paychex, or similar payroll systems.


• Knowledge of multi-state payroll regulations preferred.


• Strong understanding of payroll processes, taxes, deductions, and reconciliations.


• Excellent attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.


• Strong organizational and time-management skills.


• Excellent communication skills and the ability to handle confidential information professionally.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.