Payroll Specialist

JFC Staffing Companies; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Retirement plan

Generous PTO

Professional development

Stable organization

Collaborative team

Flexible schedule after training

Job summary

JFC Global in Lancaster is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join a well-established organization. You will support a complex multi-state payroll environment and work closely with employees, managers, Finance, and HR.

The ideal candidate has strong payroll fundamentals, enjoys problem-solving, and is comfortable working with payroll and timekeeping technology. The position emphasizes accuracy, attention to detail, and collaborative process improvements, with opportunities for growth within a

Qualifications

• 3+ years of payroll experience, including multi-state payroll.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations.
• Experience with electronic payroll, HRIS, and timekeeping systems.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to maintain accuracy while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Process biweekly payroll, including wages, taxes, deductions, garnishments, and benefits.
• Maintain payroll records related to new hires, terminations, employee changes, and other transactions.
• Audit and reconcile payroll and timekeeping information.
• Process payroll adjustments, leave-related pay, benefit changes, and rate updates.
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee questions.
• Prepare payroll reports and support year-end tax reporting, audits, and filings.
• Assist with payroll system testing, upgrades, and process improvements.
• Support payroll system administration and data accuracy.
• Provide guidance to managers and employees regarding payroll and timekeeping procedures.
• Partner with internal departments to improve payroll processes and reporting.

Skills

Multi-state payroll

Payroll regulations

HRIS

Timekeeping systems

Excel

Data analysis

Organization

Communication

Problem-solving

Meeting deadlines

Tools

HRIS software

Timekeeping systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Are you an experienced payroll professional looking for a stable organization where you can continue to grow your skills? JFC Global is partnering with a well-established employer in the Lancaster area seeking aPayroll Specialistto join their team.

This position will support a complex, multi-state payroll environment and work closely with employees, managers, Finance, and HR. The ideal candidate has strong payroll fundamentals, enjoys problem-solving, and is comfortable working with payroll and timekeeping technology.

Payroll Specialist Qualifications:

• 3+ years of payroll experience, including multi-state payroll
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations
• Experience working with electronic payroll, HRIS, and timekeeping systems
• Strong Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to maintain accuracy while managing multiple priorities and deadlines

Payroll Specialist Responsibilities:

• Process biweekly payroll, including wages, taxes, deductions, garnishments, and benefits
• Maintain payroll records related to new hires, terminations, employee changes, and other transactions
• Audit and reconcile payroll and timekeeping information
• Process payroll adjustments, leave-related pay, benefit changes, and rate updates
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee questions
• Prepare payroll reports and support year-end tax reporting, audits, and filings
• Assist with payroll system testing, upgrades, and process improvements
• Support payroll system administration and data accuracy
• Provide guidance to managers and employees regarding payroll and timekeeping procedures
• Partner with internal departments to improve payroll processes and reporting

What the Company Offers:

• Competitive compensation between $60-70k based on experience and comprehensive benefits
• Retirement plan with employer contributions
• Generous paid time off
• Professional development and advancement opportunities
• Stable, established organization
• Collaborative team environment
• Some flexibility available following training