Payroll Specialist

Job Title: Payroll Specialist
Location: Troy, Ohio

Salary: $50,000 – $75,000 annually

Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations during a period of stabilization and systems transition. This role is primarily project-based and will focus on payroll cleanup, reconciliations, and year-end support following several years of organizational turnover. The Payroll Specialist will play a key role in preparing payroll and benefits data for a future HRIS implementation.

Key Responsibilities

• Support accurate and timely payroll processing across recurring pay cycles

• Perform payroll reconciliations and resolve historical discrepancies

• Assist with payroll reporting, audits, and compliance requirements

• Respond to employee payroll inquiries with professionalism and discretion

• Maintain strict confidentiality and ensure payroll accuracy and deadline adherence

• Support cleanup and documentation of payroll and benefits data

• Partner with HR and Finance to prepare for HRIS and benefits system migration

Project Scope

• Payroll processing coverage

• Payroll and reconciliation cleanup

• Year-end payroll support

• Payroll and benefits readiness for HRIS implementation

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Payroll Specialist or similar payroll-focused role

• Hands-on experience with payroll systems and payroll reporting

• Strong understanding of payroll compliance and best practices

• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills

• Ability to work independently in a high-change environment

• Trusted track record of accuracy, discretion, and reliability

Why This Role Matters
This role is critical to restoring payroll stability and setting the foundation for a successful HRIS and benefits transition after a period of significant organizational change.