Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist
Pittsburgh, PA 15235
$50,000–$65,000
Full-time | On-site

About the Organization

Our client is a small, close-knit organization with a family-like atmosphere. Their team values collaboration, respect, and dedication to supporting employees and the broader community. This is a welcoming environment where team members work closely together and take pride in the impact of their work.

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to manage full-cycle payroll for a large employee population, including active employees and retirees. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working independently in a supportive, team-focused environment and takes pride in maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.

Payroll Specialist Responsibilities

• Process biweekly payroll for approximately 1,200 employees and 400 retirees.

• The Payroll Specialist will reconcile payroll, verify balances, and maintain accurate payroll records using Excel and payroll systems.

• Track and maintain confidential personnel records and PTO/vacation balances in Excel.

• The Payroll Specialist will ensure compliance with payroll tax regulations and assist with filings, audits, and year-end reporting (fiscal year ends June 30).

• Serve as a point of contact for payroll-related questions, providing clear and helpful guidance to employees.

• The Payroll Specialist will assist with general ledger support and administrative tasks as needed.

Qualifications of the Payroll Specialist Role

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field or equivalent payroll experience.

• Previous full-cycle payroll experience required; experience in a small organization is a plus.

• Basic Excel skills including formulas, tables, and data entry (advanced functions not required).

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

• Friendly, patient, and collaborative personality with strong communication skills.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Join a small, welcoming team with a family-like culture.

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a close-knit organization.

• Supportive environment that values collaboration and long-term growth.