Paylocity Payroll Specialist

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Paylocity Payroll Specialist
Salary: $80,000 - $95,000
Location: Orlando, FL
Why This Paylocity Payroll Specialist Opportunity Stands Out
This Paylocity Payroll Specialist role offers a unique blend of payroll and human resources responsibilities within a collaborative, multi-entity environment. The Payroll & HR Specialist will play a critical role in ensuring accurate payroll processing while also supporting key HR functions across the employee lifecycle.


What makes this Paylocity Payroll Specialist role compelling:


• Hybrid payroll + HR position with broad exposure across functions
• High visibility with Finance, HR, and leadership teams
• Multi-entity environment with complexity and growth
• Opportunity to own payroll while supporting onboarding and HR operations
• Stable organization with strong benefits and team-oriented culture


This Paylocity Payroll Specialist role is ideal for someone who enjoys both the technical side of payroll and the people-focused side of HR.
Key Responsibilities of the Paylocity Payroll Specialist

• Process payroll for multiple entities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance
• Review and audit timekeeping data, PTO, and employee changes prior to payroll submission
• Manage employee data including new hires, terminations, compensation changes, and updates
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring proper documentation and system setup
• Assist with benefits administration including enrollments, changes, and employee support
• Prepare and manage 1099s and related year-end payroll reporting
• Support payroll tax filings, compliance reporting, and audit documentation
• Serve as a point of contact for payroll and HR-related employee inquiries
• Maintain HRIS records and ensure data integrity across systems
• Collaborate with accounting and HR teams to support reporting, compliance, and process improvements

Qualifications for the Paylocity Payroll Specialist

• Proven experience in payroll processing with exposure to HR functions
• Paylocity experience required
• Strong understanding of payroll processes, compliance, and reporting (including 1099s)
• Experience supporting onboarding, benefits, and employee lifecycle processes
• Knowledge of workers' compensation and HR compliance regulations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS/payroll systems
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

This Paylocity Payroll Specialist role is best suited for a professional who wants to expand beyond payroll into HR, while maintaining ownership of a critical function within a structured and collaborative organization.

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