Remote Payroll Specialist - Precise & Compliant

Wilkins Media; United States; Remote; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilkins Media is seeking a Payroll Specialist for a fully remote role in the United States. You will process payroll, validate time data, and ensure accurate tax deductions while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

You will handle garnishments, collaborate with payroll services, and support audits and reporting. The ideal candidate has experience in payroll administration and processing, familiarity with payroll systems and spreadsheets, and an associated or

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll administration and processing across regular and off‑cycle cycles.
• Knowledge of payroll taxes and working with payroll services to ensure accurate calculations.
• Experience handling garnishments and other statutory deductions.
• Familiarity with payroll systems and spreadsheets; ability to analyze data and reconcile discrepancies.
• Understanding of labor, tax, and compliance regulations.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll runs accurately and on time; validate time and attendance data.
• Administer garnishments and other deductions; coordinate with payroll providers.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and tax regulations.
• Respond to payroll inquiries and maintain detailed payroll records.
• Assist with audits, reporting, and process improvements with Finance and HR.

Skills

Payroll Admin

Payroll Processing

Garnishments

Payroll Taxes

Payroll Platforms

Payroll Systems

Spreadsheets

Compliance

Remote work

Communication

Finance/Accounting

Confidentiality

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree

Tools

Payroll systems

Spreadsheets

Job description

Wilkins Media is seeking a Payroll Specialist for a fully remote role in the United States. You will process payroll, validate time data, and ensure accurate tax deductions while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

You will handle garnishments, collaborate with payroll services, and support audits and reporting. The ideal candidate has experience in payroll administration and processing, familiarity with payroll systems and spreadsheets, and an associated or