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Payroll Specialist

AMMEGA

Part-Time Contract: Payroll Support Specialist

Role Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Support Specialist (Contract, Part-Time) to support payroll operations across multiple pay cycles, including biweekly, weekly, and monthly processing. This role plays a key part in ensuring payroll accuracy, compliance, and data integrity, while also contributing to cross-functional initiatives in benefits, reporting, and payroll system enhancements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in processing payroll across biweekly, weekly, and monthly cycles
  • Review, audit, and correct timecards to ensure accuracy and compliance
  • Research and resolve payroll tax issues , including filings, discrepancies, and corrections
  • Support payroll data audits and system corrections to maintain integrity and compliance
  • Partner with HR and Finance to investigate and resolve payroll-related inquiries
  • Contribute to cross-functional projects, including:
  • Benefits administration support
  • State reporting and compliance initiatives
  • Payroll process improvements and data integrity efforts
  • Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation in accordance with compliance standards

Required Skills & Experience

  • Hands-on experience processing payroll in ADP Workforce Now (or a similar system)
  • Solid understanding of payroll tax regulations (federal, state, filings, and corrections)
  • Strong attention to detail with ability to work in high-volume, deadline-driven environments
  • Foundational knowledge of accounting principles (reconciliations, debits/credits preferred)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data cleanup, reporting, basic formulas; pivot tables a plus)
  • Experience using timekeeping systems and standard business communication tools (e.g., Outlook)
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly explain issues and collaborate cross-functionally

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting multi-state payroll operations
  • Exposure to benefits administration and reporting processes
  • Prior involvement in payroll audits or compliance projects

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