Payroll Specialist

Rehmann Robson LLC; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Rehmann is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our growing team in Michigan. You will support a diverse portfolio of clients by delivering accurate payroll processing and helping clients navigate payroll and compliance confidently.

Responsibilities include processing payroll on time, managing reporting, setting up systems, and resolving discrepancies. You will work with time-tracking integrations and benefit plans, delivering exceptional client service daily.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of payroll-related experience.
• Experience supporting multiple clients or working in a service-oriented environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and on time for multiple clients.
• Manage payroll reporting and coordinate tax registrations.
• Set up and maintain payroll systems and benefit tracking.
• Verify payroll data and ensure smooth transitions from prior providers.
• Serve as a trusted resource for client payroll questions and inquiries.
• Identify, research, and resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Collaborate with internal experts to address complex payroll issues.
• Support payroll process improvements and best practices.
• Build strong relationships with clients and vendors.

Skills

Gusto

ADP

QBO Payroll

Payroll tax regs

Excel

Time tracking

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Time-tracking systems

Payroll integrations

Job description

Your Passion. Your Purpose. If you're here, you're looking for something more. More opportunity, more impact, more purpose. At Rehmann, each and every one of our associates plays a pivotal role in the Firm's success. When you join our team, you can count on exceptional support, encouragement, and guidance from your colleagues and from leadership. No matter where you want to go in your career, Rehmann can help you get there. Whether you're in the early stages of your professional journey or you're further down your path, we're focused on helping you achieve your goals - whatever they may be. When you join Rehmann, you are part of a culture that Puts People First and aims to help everyone reach their fullest potential. Let us show you all the ways we can Empower Your Purpose.

To learn more about Rehmann, visit: https://www.rehmann.com/careers/

Job Description

We're looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our growing team. In this role, you'll support a diverse portfolio of clients by delivering accurate payroll processing, providing exceptional service, and helping clients navigate payroll and compliance requirements with confidence.

What You'll Do

As a Payroll Specialist, you'll play a key role in supporting our clients' payroll operations by:

• Processing payroll accurately and on time for multiple clients
• Managing payroll reporting and coordinating payroll tax registrations
• Setting up and maintaining payroll systems and benefit tracking solutions
• Verifying payroll data and ensuring smooth transitions from prior providers
• Serving as a trusted resource for client payroll questions and inquiries
• Identifying, researching, and resolving payroll discrepancies
• Collaborating with internal experts and technology partners to address complex issues
• Supporting continuous process improvement initiatives and payroll best practices
• Building strong relationships with clients, payroll vendors, and internal team members
• Contributing to a culture of learning, collaboration, and exceptional client service

What You'll Bring

Technical Expertise

• Experience with payroll platforms such as Gusto, ADP, QuickBooks Online Payroll, or similar systems
• Knowledge of payroll processing, compliance requirements, and multi-state payroll tax regulations
• Understanding of payroll setup, system integrations, and payroll reporting
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets
• Experience supporting benefits administration, including health and retirement plans
• Ability to work with time-tracking systems and payroll integrations

Professional Skills

• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Strong communication and client service skills
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information
• Collaborative mindset and willingness to learn and seek guidance when needed
• Adaptability and initiative in managing workload and client needs

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years of payroll-related experience
• Experience supporting multiple clients or working in a service-oriented environment is a plus

We Put People First in all that we do. Our associates are our greatest assets and we provide programs and benefits that encourage growth and development and align with their needs and goals. This includes benefits focused on physical and mental health, paid time off for volunteering and diversity-related activities, flexible work arrangements, and more.

When you join Rehmann, you become part of a firm dedicated to helping Empower Your Purpose, whatever it may be.

Rehmann is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Rehmann is a professional advisory firm that provides accounting and assurance, business solutions and outsourcing, specialized consulting, and wealth management services. For over 80 years, Rehmann has provided forward-thinking solutions to our clients nationwide. With