Remote Payroll Specialist - Detail‑Oriented

Ring & DuChateau Consulting Engineers; Estell Manor (NJ); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Ring & DuChateau Consulting Engineers seeks an organized Payroll Assistant on a full-time contract basis in the United States. You will support payroll processing, maintain compensation records, verify timesheets, and assist with payroll documentation, ensuring timely and accurate payments.

The role requires 1–3 years of payroll experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to handle confidential information while collaborating with HR and Finance.

Qualifications

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in payroll administration, accounting support, bookkeeping, or a related administrative role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with payroll software, accounting systems, or human resources information systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing employee payroll, including regular wages, overtime, bonuses, and applicable 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 applicable 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 accuracy

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Accounting or related degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Payroll software

Accounting systems

Job description

Ring & DuChateau Consulting Engineers seeks an organized Payroll Assistant on a full-time contract basis in the United States. You will support payroll processing, maintain compensation records, verify timesheets, and assist with payroll documentation, ensuring timely and accurate payments.

The role requires 1–3 years of payroll experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to handle confidential information while collaborating with HR and Finance.