Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist OpportunityNextStep Recruiting has partnered with a rapidly growing organization in the industrial and distribution sector to identify an experienced Payroll Specialist. This opportunity offers $70K–$90K, depending on experience, and is open to direct hire or contract-to-hire. This individual will be responsible for processing payroll for approximately 200 employees across four business entities, including warehouse and operational employees, while ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing across multiple pay schedules.The ideal candidate has strong hands-on payroll processing experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple payroll cycles and deadlines. We are looking for someone who can take ownership of payroll operations, resolve discrepancies, and adapt to changing systems and processes. Experience supporting employee benefits administration would be a significant advantage.Required:Strong hands-on payroll processing experience, including payroll for hourly and salaried employeesExperience managing multiple payroll schedules, including weekly, biweekly, and semimonthly payrollWorking knowledge of wage calculations, payroll deductions, garnishments, and payroll reconciliationsFamiliarity with payroll taxes and compliance, including the ability to assist with payroll tax-related mattersExperience with Paycor or a comparable payroll system, along with strong organizational skills and attention to detailPreferred:Experience with Paycor, Paylocity, or RipplingExperience processing payroll for 200+ employees across multiple business entitiesHands-on experience supporting benefits administration in addition to payroll processingBackground in industrial distribution, manufacturing, warehousing, or related industriesBachelor's or associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related fieldIf you are an experienced Payroll Specialist who enjoys taking ownership of payroll processing, managing multiple deadlines, and supporting a growing organization, we would love to connect. Apply today to learn more!NextStep Recruiting provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics or sexual orientation. In addition to federal law requirements, NextStep Recruiting complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.