Payroll Specialist

Bookkeeping Plus; Greenfield (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision

401(k) match

PTO and holidays

Flexible work hours

Job summary

Bookkeeping Plus, Inc. in Greenfield, IN, is seeking a Payroll Specialist to handle varied payroll tasks for multiple clients with a focus on accuracy and service.

You will process payroll on platforms like ADP, Paychex, and Paylocity, maintain employee data, handle deductions, prepare reports, and ensure timely compliance while balancing client needs and work‑life balance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of substantial payroll processing experience, beyond timekeeping or payroll data entry.
• Experience using a major payroll platform such as ADP, Paychex, Paylocity, or a comparable system.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage recurring deadlines and multiple client responsibilities reliably.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll using major platforms such as ADP, Paychex, and others
• Enter and maintain employee payroll information
• Apply deductions for taxes, benefits, retirement plans, and other items
• Process retirement-plan and HSA payments
• Prepare payroll reports and reconciliations
• Prepare Form 941 and other payroll reports for clients, HR, and audits
• Perform benefit reconciliations and related oversight
• Maintain accurate payroll records
• Track PTO and update payroll data for changes in positions, hours, compensation, and benefits
• Research and resolve payroll errors, discrepancies, and payment issues
• Provide responsive client service
• Answer questions regarding pay, deductions, and benefits
• Assist with new-hire payroll paperwork and setup
• Manage payroll responsibilities for multiple clients in an organized and timely manner

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Client service

Education

Some post-high school training in payroll or accounting

QuickBooks experience

Tools

ADP

Paychex

Paylocity

QuickBooks

Job description

PAYROLL SPECIALIST

Greenfield, Indiana (east side of Indianapolis)

Bookkeeping Plus, Inc.

Are you an experienced payroll specialist who enjoys challenging, varied work—but would also like work/life balance, flexibility, and a family-friendly environment?

Bookkeeping Plus, Inc. is a well-established, woman-owned accounting firm with approximately 30 employees. We provide payroll and accounting services to a diverse range of clients in Indiana and other states, including nonprofits, businesses, schools, and government agencies.

We are seeking a Payroll Specialist with strong hands-on payroll processing skills, who is looking for a professional and supportive environment where they can do their best work without sacrificing their personal life.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Process payroll using major platforms such as ADP, Paychex, and others
• Enter and maintain employee payroll information
• Apply deductions for taxes, benefits, retirement plans, and other items
• Process retirement-plan and HSA payments
• Prepare payroll reports and reconciliations
• Prepare Form 941 and other payroll reports for clients, HR, and audits
• Perform benefit reconciliations and related oversight
• Maintain accurate payroll records
• Track PTO and update payroll data for changes in positions, hours, compensation, and benefits
• Research and resolve payroll errors, discrepancies, and payment issues
• Provide responsive client service
• Answer questions regarding pay, deductions, and benefits
• Assist with new-hire payroll paperwork and setup
• Manage payroll responsibilities for multiple clients in an organized and timely manner

Because you will work with different clients, industries, payroll systems, and situations, the work stays interesting and provides opportunities to broaden your payroll expertise.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Required:

• 5+ years of substantial payroll processing experience, beyond timekeeping or payroll data entry
• Experience using a major payroll platform such as ADP, Paychex, Paylocity, or a comparable system
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage recurring deadlines and multiple client responsibilities reliably

Preferred:

• Experience tracking payroll by department, job, or grant
• Some post-high school training in payroll or accounting
• QuickBooks experience

WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING HERE

Bookkeeping Plus, Inc. is a woman-owned company with a 39-year record of steady growth. Many of our employees have been with us for 10-15 years or longer, which reflects the team-oriented culture we've created here. We're proud of our reputation as a great place to work.

• Genuine emphasis on work/life balance
• Family-friendly
• Flexible work hours including daily start and end times
• A comfortable, collaborative professional office
• Interesting work with a wide variety of for-profit, nonprofit, school, and government clients

• And yes, we even have two small office poodles

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

We offer a competitive salary based on experience and qualifications, plus:

Benefits include:

• Health insurance with Anthem
• Dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Flexible, family-friendly work environment

SOUND GOOD?

Join our team at Bookkeeping Plus, where experienced payroll professionals can do interesting and challenging work - and still have a life outside the office.

We also welcome experienced professionals returning to the workforce after a career break.