payroll specialist

Peopleshare; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional office environment

Job summary

PeopleShare by PROMAN is seeking a Payroll Specialist for a 6-month contract. You will ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, maintain compliance, and resolve discrepancies in a deadline-driven environment.

Ideal candidates have prior payroll experience, strong Excel skills, and a meticulous eye for detail. Competitive hourly pay and a professional office setting accompany this short-term opportunity.

Qualifications

• Previous payroll processing experience required.
• Strong knowledge of payroll procedures and best practices.
• Proficiency with payroll systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and on schedule for a large employee population.
• Review timesheets, earnings, deductions, and payroll adjustments.
• Maintain and update payroll records and employee information.
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries.
• Generate payroll reports and support audits as needed.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and payroll regulations.
• Partner with HR and internal departments to ensure payroll accuracy.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information.

Skills

Payroll processing

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Payroll systems

Tools

ADP/Paylocity (payroll system)

Job description

Join a Fast-Paced and Professional Team!

PeopleShare is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist for a 6-month contract opportunity. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while maintaining compliance with company policies and payroll regulations.

If you thrive in a deadline-driven environment and have experience managing payroll functions, we want to hear from you!

Pay: $25.00/Hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Type: 6-Month Contract

Job Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and on schedule for a large employee population
• Review timesheets, earnings, deductions, and payroll adjustments
• Maintain and update payroll records and employee information
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries
• Generate payroll reports and support audits as needed
• Ensure compliance with company policies and payroll regulations
• Partner with HR and internal departments to ensure payroll accuracy
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information

Qualifications

• Previous payroll processing experience required
• Strong knowledge of payroll procedures and best practices
• Proficiency with payroll systems and Microsoft Excel
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines
• Excellent communication and customer service skills

Why Apply?

• $25.00/hour
• Monday-Friday schedule, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• 6-month contract assignment
• Professional office environment
• Opportunity to expand your payroll experience with a respected organization

PeopleShare provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category or class under federal, state, and/or local laws. This policy applies to all locations and all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.