Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist — Troy, MI

Pay: $27 – $34 per hour

Love getting payroll exactly right, and like variety? A respected, client-focused CPA and advisory firm is adding a Payroll Specialist to its growing payroll team in Troy. You'll own payroll for a portfolio of client companies, so no two days look the same, with the backing of tax and benefits experts down the hall.

What you'll do:

- Process accurate, on-time payroll for multiple client companies

- Handle payroll reporting and payroll tax registrations, including multi-state

- Set up and maintain payroll systems and benefit tracking; onboard clients moving from prior providers

- Be the go-to resource for client payroll questions

- Research and resolve payroll discrepancies with internal experts and technology partners

- Help improve processes and payroll best practices

What you bring:

- 3+ years of payroll experience; multi-client or service-firm background a plus

- Hands-on with Gusto, ADP, QuickBooks Online Payroll, or similar

- Working knowledge of payroll compliance and multi-state payroll tax

- Comfort with Excel or Google Sheets, time-tracking systems, and payroll integrations

- Experience supporting health and retirement benefits administration

- Associate degree or equivalent education and experience; sharp eye for detail and discretion

Why join:

- Competitive hourly pay plus full benefits, including wellness and paid volunteer time

- Flexible work arrangements

- Real growth path inside a firm that invests in its people

- Collaborative team where asking questions is encouraged