Payroll Specialist

Adecco Portugal; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco Portugal is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage high-volume, multi-state payroll processing in Richmond, VA. The role ensures payroll accuracy, compliance, and timely cycles for a large workforce, partnering with HR, Finance, and Operations to support efficient payroll practices and employee experience.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of payroll experience, familiarity with multi-location operations, and strong Excel/reporting skills to support accurate timekeeping and payroll

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent preferred.
• 3+ years of payroll experience in a high-volume environment.
• Experience with multi-state payroll operations.
• Experience supporting organizations with 1,000+ employees.

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume, multi-state payrolls.
• Review payroll data for accuracy and compliance.
• Handle employee pay changes, bonuses, commissions, PTO payouts, and final pay.
• Process payroll adjustments, corrections, manual payments, and off-cycle payrolls.
• Audit timekeeping records and resolve discrepancies.
• Review overtime, missed punches, and attendance exceptions.
• Partner with managers to address payroll and timekeeping concerns.
• Support payroll and timekeeping system functionality.
• Maintain payroll records and meet all processing deadlines.

Skills

Payroll regulations

Payroll auditing

Excel reporting

Attention to detail

Time management

Confidentiality

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

Payroll systems

Job description

Job Description

Payroll Specialist

Location: Richmond, VA

Compensation: $65,000–$70,000 annually

Position Summary

The Payroll Specialist manages accurate and timely payroll processing for a large, multi-state workforce. This role ensures payroll compliance, audits payroll data, resolves pay-related issues, and partners with HR, Finance, and Operations to support efficient payroll practices and a positive employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Process high-volume, multi-state payrolls.
• Review payroll data for accuracy and compliance.
• Handle employee pay changes, bonuses, commissions, PTO payouts, and final pay.
• Process payroll adjustments, corrections, manual payments, and off-cycle payrolls.
• Audit timekeeping records and resolve discrepancies.
• Review overtime, missed punches, and attendance exceptions.
• Partner with managers to address payroll and timekeeping concerns.
• Support payroll and timekeeping system functionality.
• Maintain payroll records and meet all processing deadlines.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Human Resources, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 3+ years of payroll experience in a high-volume environment.
• Experience with multi-state and multi-location payroll operations.
• Experience supporting organizations with 1,000+ employees preferred.
• Familiarity with payroll and timekeeping systems.

Skills & Knowledge

• Understanding of payroll regulations, taxes, wage and hour laws, and garnishment processing.
• Payroll auditing and reconciliation experience.
• Strong Excel and reporting skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong customer service, communication, and confidentiality standards.

Pay Details

$65,000.00 to $70,000.00 per year

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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