Remote Payroll Processing Specialist I

Starrcohawaii; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid time off

Retirement Savings

Career Growth Opportunities

Paid Training

Remote work environment

Paid holidays

Health Insurance

Job summary

Palco, Inc. is seeking a Processing Specialist I to ensure accurate processing of biweekly and semimonthly payroll for assigned entities. This remote role requires strong computer skills, organization, and the ability to multi-task while meeting deadlines.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and two years of relevant experience, plus knowledge of accounting and payroll. You will work Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm, with comprehensive benefits and remote work flexibility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and two years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of accounting and payroll.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Strong research and analysis skills.
• Proficient email, Internet, and Microsoft Office skills.
• Strong Excel skills are essential.
• Exceptional mathematical and calculation skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Multitasking abilities.
• Able to work Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm.

Responsibilities

• Understand payroll processing requirements for assigned entities.
• Process biweekly and semimonthly payroll.
• Provide follow-up via phone or email when data contains errors or omissions.
• Safeguard data and comply with HIPAA.
• Process adjustments, voids, reissues and ACH uploads.
• Process off-cycle payroll.
• Coordinate printing, packaging and distribution of checks/advice slips.
• Extract and import data from multiple programs.
• Research and resolve payroll issues.
• Coordinate payroll audits/reviews to ensure accuracy of pay and identify potential errors.
• Assist with compiling information for special reports and preparing other documents and correspondence.

Skills

Excel skills

Microsoft Office

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Tools

HIPAA knowledge

Job description

Palco, Inc. is seeking a Processing Specialist I to ensure accurate processing of biweekly and semimonthly payroll for assigned entities. This remote role requires strong computer skills, organization, and the ability to multi-task while meeting deadlines.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and two years of relevant experience, plus knowledge of accounting and payroll. You will work Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm, with comprehensive benefits and remote work flexibility.