Payroll Specialist

MasterApp Labs; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

MasterApp Labs LLC in Tampa, FL is seeking a Payroll Specialist for a onsite contract role. You will process complex payroll transactions, handle adjustments, garnishments, tax withholdings and deductions, and ensure timely payments to employees.

You will apply payroll policies, perform reconciliations, support audits and year-end activities, and maintain strict confidentiality of payroll data. Requires 2–4 years of payroll experience and an associates degree in a related field, with ADP/Trapeze

Qualifications

• English speaking, writing and comprehension required.
• Associate degree in accounting/finance/business/HR or related.
• 2–4 years in payroll, accounting, HR or related admin role.
• Excellent data entry skills.
• Experience processing and reviewing complex payroll transactions with high accuracy.
• Experience performing detailed reconciliations, analysis and problem-solving.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work to meet payroll deadlines.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Experience in a unionized environment is highly desired.
• Experience with ADP or Trapeze payroll/timekeeping systems.

Responsibilities

• Process complex payroll transactions and ensure timely employee payments.
• Handle payroll adjustments, retroactive pay, garnishments, tax withholding, and deductions.
• Research and apply payroll policies and applicable laws for compliant payrolls.
• Investigate escalated payroll discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
• Review payroll data for accuracy before processing and make corrections as needed.
• Reconcile payroll to general ledger and resolve variances.
• Prepare payroll reports, records and supporting docs for management.
• Assist internal/external audits with documentation and process improvements.
• Support year-end payroll activities and wage statements for tax reporting.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of payroll and personal data.
• Serve as a point of contact for payroll questions for staff and managers.
• Manage garnishment setups/changes in ADP.
• Review preview checks and make necessary corrections.
• Prepare check requests and backup docs for payroll deductions.

Skills

English proficiency

Data entry

Payroll accuracy

Reconciliations

Prioritization

Confidentiality

Union experience

ADP/Trapeze familiarity

Education

Associate degree in related field

Tools

ADP

Trapeze

Job description

Job Title:

Payroll Specialist

Location:

Tampa, FL (Onsite)

Position Type:

Contract

Interview Mode:

In-person

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Process complex payroll transactions and ensure accurate and timely payment of employees
• Process and resolve complex payroll adjustments and transactions, including retroactive pay, wage corrections, supplemental payments, final pay, garnishments, tax withholding adjustments, benefit deductions and other payroll-related corrections
• Research, interpret, and apply payroll policies, procedure, collective bargaining provisions, and applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations to ensure consistent and compliant payroll administration.
• Investigate and resolve escalated payroll discrepancies, employee inquiries and complex pay-related issues; identify root causes and recommend or implement appropriate corrective actions.
• Review payroll data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance prior to the following payroll processing; identify discrepancies and perform necessary corrections and adjustments.
• Perform payroll-to-general-ledger reconciliations and research and resolve variances between payroll records, accounting records, benefit deductions, tax liabilities and related financial systems.
• Prepare, maintain and analyze payroll reports, records, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for management
• Support internal and external audits by gathering documentation, researching payroll transactions, responding to inquiries, and assisting with the implementation of corrective actions or process improvements
• Assist with year-end payroll activities and reporting, including the reconciliation and verification of payroll records, taxable wages, deductions, and other information necessary for required tax reporting and employee wage statements.
• Maintain the confidentiality and security of employee payroll, tax, and personal information.
• Serve as a technical resource to payroll staff, managers, and employees regarding complex payroll matters
• Management garnishment set ups and changes in ADP
• Assist in reviewing preview check register and making corrections as needed
• Prepare check requests and backup documentation for payroll deductions paid through Accounts Payable or an ACH deposit
• Prepare payroll off-cycle chaecks

Required/Desired Skills

Skill | Required /Desired | Amount | Actual Years of Experience

• Ability to speak, write and understand English | Required |
• Associates Degree in a Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field. | Required |
• Two to Four years of work experience in payroll, accounting, human resources, timekeeping or a related administrative role | Required | 2 |
• Excellent data entry skills | Required |
• Experience processing and reviewing complex payroll transactions with high degree of accuracy | Required | 1 |
• Experience performing detailed reconciliations, analysis, and problem-solving | Required | 1 |
• Ability to organize and prioritize work to meet critical payroll deadlines | Required | 1 |
• Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information | Required |
• Experience working in a unionized environment | Highly desired |
• Experience using payroll and timekeeping systems, preferably ADP or Trapeze | Highly desired | 1 |
• Experience using payroll and timekeeping systems, preferably ADP or Trapeze | Highly desired | 1 |