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Payroll Specialist

$30 - $35 per hour

City Personnel

Job Description

Job Description

Are you a payroll pro with multi-state experience looking for your next opportunity? We're working with a growing company in southern Rhode Island that is seeking a Payroll Specialist to keep its payroll operations running smoothly and accurately.

Company & Position Highlights

  • Compensation: $30 - $35 per hour, based on experience
  • Southern RI location
  • Join a stable, growing organization
  • Play a key role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time

Key Responsibilities of the Payroll Specialist

  • Process multi-state payroll accurately and on schedule
  • Ensure compliance with state and federal payroll regulations
  • Maintain payroll records and resolve discrepancies
  • Handle deductions, garnishments, and tax filings
  • Respond to employee payroll inquiries
  • Assist with audits and reporting as needed

Qualifications of the Payroll Specialist

  • Multi-state payroll experience required
  • Large company payroll experience strongly preferred
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Solid understanding of payroll compliance and regulations
  • Proficiency with payroll systems and Microsoft Excel
  • Ability to handle confidential information professionally

Submit your resume today for confidential consideration.

Please Note: City Personnel offers extended interview hours from 7 AM–7 PM upon request.

For over 20 years, City Personnel has been helping Rhode Islanders find meaningful careers with some of the area's most respected employers. As a locally owned staffing firm based in Providence, we offer real jobs with real companies—and you'll always work with real recruiters who know the Rhode Island job market and are invested in your success.

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