Payroll Specialist

Wilkins Media; United States; Remote; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Wilkins Media is seeking a Payroll Specialist for a fully remote role in the United States. You will process payroll, validate time data, and ensure accurate tax deductions while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

You will handle garnishments, collaborate with payroll services, and support audits and reporting. The ideal candidate has experience in payroll administration and processing, familiarity with payroll systems and spreadsheets, and an associated or

Qualifikationen

• Experience in payroll administration and processing across regular and off‑cycle cycles.
• Knowledge of payroll taxes and working with payroll services to ensure accurate calculations.
• Experience handling garnishments and other statutory deductions.
• Familiarity with payroll systems and spreadsheets; ability to analyze data and reconcile discrepancies.
• Understanding of labor, tax, and compliance regulations.

Aufgaben

• Process payroll runs accurately and on time; validate time and attendance data.
• Administer garnishments and other deductions; coordinate with payroll providers.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and tax regulations.
• Respond to payroll inquiries and maintain detailed payroll records.
• Assist with audits, reporting, and process improvements with Finance and HR.

Kenntnisse

Payroll Admin

Payroll Processing

Garnishments

Payroll Taxes

Payroll Platforms

Payroll Systems

Spreadsheets

Compliance

Remote work

Communication

Finance/Accounting

Confidentiality

Ausbildung

Associate or Bachelor's degree

Tools

Payroll systems

Spreadsheets

Jobbeschreibung

Company Description

Wilkins Media is a premier media planning and buying agency with more than six decades of experience helping brands and agencies capture attention and drive measurable results. The company specializes in out-of-home (OOH), experiential, and digital media, offering clients a blend of strategic insight and executional excellence. Wilkins Media partners closely with clients to design and manage campaigns that perform across multiple channels. Team members contribute to a culture focused on collaboration, accountability, and high-impact media solutions.

Role Description

The Payroll Specialist is a full-time, remote role responsible for accurate and timely payroll processing for employees. Day-to-day tasks include preparing and reviewing payroll runs, validating time and attendance data, and ensuring correct application of payroll taxes and deductions. The role involves administering garnishments, coordinating with payroll service providers, and maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The Payroll Specialist will also respond to payroll-related inquiries, maintain detailed records, assist with audits and reporting, and collaborate with finance and HR to support continuous process improvement.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in Payroll Administration and Payroll Processing, with experience managing regular cycles and off-cycle payments.
• Knowledge of Payroll Taxes and working with Payroll Services or platforms to ensure compliant, accurate calculations.
• Experience handling Garnishments and other statutory or court-ordered payroll deductions.
• Familiarity with payroll systems and spreadsheets; ability to analyze data and reconcile discrepancies.
• Understanding of relevant labor, tax, and compliance regulations.
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage confidential information responsibly.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work independently in a remote environment.
• Prior experience in payroll, accounting, or finance; associate or bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.