Remote Payroll Specialist (Contract)

Ring & DuChateau Consulting Engineers; Missouri Valley (IA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Ring & DuChateau Consulting Engineers is seeking a highly organized Payroll Assistant on a full-time contract to support payroll processing and maintain accurate compensation records.

The role requires reviewing timesheets, calculating wages and deductions, and preparing reports while ensuring data confidentiality. Remote or hybrid options may be available, with collaboration across HR and Finance to ensure timely, accurate payroll.

Qualifications

• Associate's or bachelor's degree preferred in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or HR
• 1–3 years of payroll administration, accounting support, bookkeeping or related administrative experience
• Basic understanding of payroll processing, wage calculations, deductions, and employee compensation records
• Experience reviewing timesheets, maintaining records, and handling confidential information
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Familiarity with payroll software, accounting systems, or HRIS
• Strong numerical, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, maintain accurate documentation, and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing employee payroll, including regular wages, overtime, bonuses, and deductions
• Review timesheets, attendance records, and work-hour submissions for accuracy and completeness
• Maintain and update employee payroll records, compensation details, and payment information
• Verify payroll data and identify discrepancies, missing information, or inconsistencies
• Assist with calculating wages, deductions, reimbursements, and other payroll-related adjustments
• Prepare payroll reports, summaries, and supporting documentation for review
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay statements, payroll schedules, and compensation records
• Support the administration of tax forms, benefits deductions, and other payroll documentation
• Maintain confidentiality and follow payroll policies, procedures, and data protection requirements
• Collaborate with Human Resources, Finance, and other internal departments to resolve payroll discrepancies
• Assist with payroll audits and ensure records are properly maintained for reporting and compliance purposes
• Monitor payroll deadlines and recommend improvements to payroll workflows and administrative procedures

Skills

Numerical skills

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Payroll software familiarity

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin/HR

Tools

Payroll software

Accounting software

HRIS

Job description

Ring & DuChateau Consulting Engineers is seeking a highly organized Payroll Assistant on a full-time contract to support payroll processing and maintain accurate compensation records.

The role requires reviewing timesheets, calculating wages and deductions, and preparing reports while ensuring data confidentiality. Remote or hybrid options may be available, with collaboration across HR and Finance to ensure timely, accurate payroll.