Payroll Specialist: Accuracy, Compliance & Process

Talent Groups; Kingston (RI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Groups in Kingston, Rhode Island is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage bi-weekly payroll processing, timecard audits, and issue resolution. You will review pay statements, address compensation concerns, and ensure adherence to union contracts and company policies.

Responsibilities include retroactive pay adjustments, data analysis, reporting, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within payroll operations.

Responsibilities

• Process and support bi-weekly payroll activities
• Review and audit employee timecards for accuracy and completeness
• Research, identify, and resolve payroll discrepancies
• Coordinate with departments to correct timekeeping and payroll issues
• Process retroactive pay adjustments and payroll corrections
• Review employee pay statements and investigate compensation concerns
• Ensure payroll transactions comply with organizational policies and union contract requirements
• Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation
• Analyze payroll data and identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for process improvement
• Assist with payroll-related reporting and reconciliation activities
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within payroll operations

Job description

Talent Groups in Kingston, Rhode Island is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage bi-weekly payroll processing, timecard audits, and issue resolution. You will review pay statements, address compensation concerns, and ensure adherence to union contracts and company policies.

Responsibilities include retroactive pay adjustments, data analysis, reporting, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within payroll operations.