Payroll Specialist (Contract)

Prince Perelson & Associates; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 71,635,000 - 85,962,000; Full time

Job summary

Prince Perelson & Associates seeks a Payroll Specialist for a contract role in Cottonwood Heights, UT. The position supports bi-weekly payroll processing for U.S. and Canada within a collaborative team, onsite with potential for a hybrid arrangement after training.

You will manage payroll tax payments, reconciliations, and reporting while upholding confidentiality. Schedule is Mon–Fri, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with a contract through January 2027 and potential growth based on performance.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of payroll processing experience.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with U.S. and Canadian payroll is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process accurate and timely bi-weekly payroll for U.S. and Canadian employees.
• Remit payroll tax payments and assist with payroll tax filings.
• Manage and process union payments and on‑demand payroll payments.
• Prepare, run, and distribute monthly payroll reports.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive payroll information.

Skills

Payroll processing

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Accounting

Tools

SAP

Job description

Payroll Specialist – Contract
Cottonwood Heights, UT | Onsite | $25–$30/Hour | Contract Through January 2027
A leading global mining company is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join its team in Cottonwood Heights, Utah. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional to join a dynamic, collaborative organization and gain valuable experience supporting U.S. and Canadian payroll operations.
This is a contract position through January 2027, with the potential for future growth and opportunities based on business needs and performance.
Position Details

• Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
• Work Arrangement: Onsite with opportunity to work hybrid after training
• Industry: Global Mining

What You’ll Do
As a Payroll Specialist, you will support the processing of bi-weekly payroll for employees in both the United States and Canada. You’ll work as part of a collaborative payroll team and assist with a variety of payroll, tax, reconciliation, and reporting responsibilities.
Responsibilities include:

• Process accurate and timely bi-weekly payroll for U.S. and Canadian employees
• Remit payroll tax payments and assist with payroll tax filings
• Manage and process union payments
• Process on‑demand payroll payments
• Assist with payroll reconciliation questions and research payroll General Ledger (GL) accounts
• Review payroll information for accuracy and identify discrepancies
• Communicate professionally with employees, Human Resources, benefits specialists, managers, banks, credit merchants, and state and federal agencies
• Prepare, run, and distribute monthly payroll reports
• Apply company policies and procedures to assigned payroll responsibilities
• Research and resolve payroll-related questions and issues
• Manage individual workload effectively to meet payroll deadlines and business objectives
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and confidentiality when handling sensitive payroll information

What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate will have hands‑on payroll processing experience, strong Excel skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years of payroll processing experience
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organization and time‑management skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize competing deadlines
• Strong computer and technical skills
• Positive attitude and professional, friendly demeanor
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees and internal departments
• Team‑oriented approach and ability to work collaboratively

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Accounting or a related field
• Experience with SAP
• Payroll auditing experience
• Experience processing payroll for a large or complex organization
• Experience supporting organizations with 2,000+ employees
• Working knowledge of payroll laws, regulations, benefits, and payroll taxes
• Experience with U.S. and/or Canadian payroll

Why Consider This Opportunity?
This is a great opportunity to join a global organization and gain experience working with complex payroll operations in a collaborative and supportive environment.
Employees enjoy a strong benefits package, including:

• Friendly and supportive coworkers
• Opportunity for professional growth and development
• Opportunity to gain experience with a global company
• Dynamic Culture
• Hybrid workschedule

PrincePerelson & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all provisions of the EEO and ADA laws. We do not discriminate in our employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and sexual identity), age, genetic information, parental status, military status, disability, or any non-merit-based factors or other federal, state, or locally protected class. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States.
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