Payroll Specialist

Remedy Staffing; Tampa (FL); Presencial; USD 26 000 - 36 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Remedy Staffing in Tampa, FL is seeking a Payroll Specialist for a temporary 3-month assignment. The role supports accurate, on-time bi-weekly payroll processing using ADP, applying union contract rules and DOL requirements. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8a–5p, with a pay rate of $22.10/hour.

The payroll specialist will act as a subject matter expert on payroll processes, guide other staff, and assist the Payroll Manager. Strong reconciling, auditing, and confidentiality are essential.

Qualificações

• Experience processing payroll in ADP.
• Knowledge of payroll laws and compliance.
• Experience with collective bargaining agreements and union contracts.
• Payroll reconciliation and auditing experience.
• Garnishments, tax withholding, and benefit deductions knowledge.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsabilidades

• Process complex payroll transactions to ensure accurate, on-time pay.
• Apply pay rules from ATU and Teamster contracts and ensure labor law compliance.
• Investigate escalated payroll discrepancies and resolve inquiries.
• Perform payroll-to-general-ledger reconciliations and audits.
• Prepare payroll reports and assist with year-end processing.
• Support audits and process-improvement initiatives.
• Maintain confidentiality of payroll data.

Conhecimentos

ADP Payroll

Union contracts

Payroll reconciliations

Regulatory compliance

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Ferramentas

ADP Payroll system

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Schedule: M-F 8a-5p

Payrate: $22.10/hr

Temp position lasting 3 months

The Payroll Specialist performs advanced payroll functions to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant processing of employee compensation. This role independently manages complex payroll transactions, applies payroll policies and collective bargaining agreements, resolves escalated payroll issues, and performs payroll reconciliation and reporting activities. The selected candidate will serve as a subject matter expert on payroll processes and may provide guidance and support to other payroll staff. Key responsibilities include validating employee hours for accurate bi-weekly payroll processing, applying pay rules outlined in ATU and Teamster labor contracts, adhering to Department of Labor requirements, utilizing ADP Payroll, and assisting the Payroll Manager as needed.

Payroll Processing

• Process complex payroll transactions to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time
• Handle payroll adjustments, including: o Retroactive pay o Wage corrections o Supplemental payments o Final paychecks o Garnishments o Tax withholding adjustments o Benefit deductions o Other payroll-related corrections

Compliance & Policy Administration

• Interpret and apply payroll policies, procedures, collective bargaining agreements, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations
• Ensure payroll activities remain compliant with all governing requirements

Issue Resolution

• Investigate and resolve escalated payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries
• Identify root causes of payroll issues and implement corrective actions

Auditing & Reconciliation

• Review payroll data for accuracy and completeness prior to payroll processing
• Perform payroll-to-general-ledger reconciliations
• Research and resolve variances between: o Payroll records o Accounting records o Benefit deductions o Tax liabilities o Financial systems

Reporting

• Prepare and maintain payroll reports and supporting documentation
• Analyze payroll data for management review

Audit Support

• Assist with internal and external audits
• Gather documentation and research payroll transactions
• Support process improvement and corrective action initiatives

Year-End Processing

• Assist with year-end payroll activities and reporting
• Reconcile payroll records, taxable wages, deductions, and tax reporting information

Additional Duties

• Maintain confidentiality of employee payroll and personal information
• Serve as a payroll resource for staff, managers, and employees
• Manage garnishment setups and changes within ADP
• Review payroll preview registers and make corrections as needed
• Prepare check requests and supporting documentation for payroll deductions paid through Accounts Payable or ACH
• Process off-cycle payroll checks
• Assist the Payroll Manager with additional payroll functions as assigned

Experience

• Experience processing payroll in ADP
• Strong understanding of payroll laws and compliance requirements
• Experience working with collective bargaining agreements and union contracts
• Payroll reconciliation and auditing experience
• Knowledge of garnishments, tax withholding, and benefit deductions
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

Background & Screening Requirements

• Level 1 Background Check
• Seven-year criminal background investigation
• Social Security verification
• Sex offender registry check
• Must pass a 5-panel drug screen, including: o Amphetamines o Phencyclidine (PCP) o Cocaine o Opiates o Marijuana