Payroll Specialist

LHH; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

EAP program

Commuter benefits

401K plan

Paid leave

Job summary

LHH is seeking a Part-Time Payroll Specialist in the Washington, DC area for a temporary, hybrid assignment. You will process biweekly and/or semi-monthly payroll, review timesheets and deductions, maintain payroll files, and support benefits and payroll inquiries.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of payroll processing experience with Paycom, ADP, Paylocity, UKG, or similar platforms, strong knowledge of payroll regulations, and the ability to handle confidential information independently.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of payroll processing experience.
• Experience with payroll systems such as Paycom, ADP, Paylocity, UKG, or similar platforms.
• Strong understanding of payroll regulations, tax withholdings, and payroll best practices.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Process biweekly and/or semi-monthly payroll accurately and on schedule.
• Review timesheets, payroll changes, deductions, and employee information for accuracy.
• Maintain payroll records and employee payroll files.
• Assist with benefit deductions, garnishments, and payroll adjustments.
• Respond to employee payroll questions and resolve discrepancies.
• Support new hire and termination payroll processing.
• Generate payroll reports and assist with audits as needed.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Partner with HR and Finance teams to maintain accurate employee data.
• Assist with payroll-related projects and process improvements.

Skills

Payroll processing

Regulatory understanding

Attention to detail

Independent work

Tools

Paycom

ADP

Paylocity

UKG

Job description

Washington, DC Area | Hybrid| Part-Time | Temporary Assignment

Our client, a well-established organization in the Washington, DC area, is seeking a Part-Time Payroll Specialist to provide temporary support for payroll processing and related administrative functions. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who enjoys working independently, maintains a high level of accuracy, and can quickly step into an existing process.

The ideal candidate will have experience managing payroll activities, ensuring compliance with payroll regulations, and supporting employees with payroll-related inquiries.

Key Responsibilities

• Process biweekly and/or semi-monthly payroll accurately and on schedule
• Review timesheets, payroll changes, deductions, and employee information for accuracy
• Maintain payroll records and employee payroll files
• Assist with benefit deductions, garnishments, and payroll adjustments
• Respond to employee payroll questions and resolve discrepancies
• Support new hire and termination payroll processing
• Generate payroll reports and assist with audits as needed
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
• Partner with HR and Finance teams to maintain accurate employee data
• Assist with payroll-related projects and process improvements

Qualifications

• 3+ years of payroll processing experience
• Experience working with payroll systems such as Paycom, ADP, Paylocity, UKG, or similar platforms
• Strong understanding of payroll regulations, tax withholdings, and payroll best practices
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively

What You'll Bring

• A detail-oriented and analytical mindset
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• The ability to identify and resolve payroll discrepancies efficiently
• A proactive approach and commitment to accuracy

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.