Payroll Specialist

About the Opportunity
Our client, a well-established Financial Services organization located in Chester County, PA, has an immediate opening for a Payroll Specialist. This role is ideal for an experienced payroll professional with strong Workday expertise who enjoys working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for processing accurate and timely payroll while ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
Responsibilities

• Process multi-state payroll accurately and on schedule using Workday.

• Review and validate payroll data including earnings, deductions, garnishments, taxes, and benefits.

• Maintain employee payroll records and ensure data integrity within Workday.

• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries.

• Coordinate payroll changes including new hires, terminations, promotions, and compensation adjustments.

• Reconcile payroll reports and support month-end and year-end activities.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.

• Partner with HR, Benefits, and Finance teams to ensure payroll accuracy and efficiency.

• Assist with payroll audits and reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of payroll processing experience.

• Required: Hands-on experience processing payroll through Workday.

• Strong understanding of payroll laws, regulations, and tax requirements.

• Experience processing multi-state payroll preferred.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and payroll reporting.

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

Interested candidates with Workday payroll experience are encouraged to apply immediately. This is an excellent opportunity to join a reputable Chester County employer and contribute to a high-performing team.

  Pay Details: $30.00 to $33.00 per hour

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Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.


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