Payroll Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate, timely payroll operations for a diverse group of client accounts in Lindon, Utah. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can manage complex payroll activity across multiple schedules, and values precision in every cycle. The role calls for strong client service skills, sound judgment, and a solid understanding of multi-state payroll compliance.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee complete payroll processing for multiple client organizations, ensuring payroll is completed correctly across weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly cycles.
• Maintain employee payroll data by updating hires, separations, compensation changes, garnishments, deductions, and benefit-related adjustments with a high level of accuracy.
• Review and reconcile payroll batches before final submission to identify discrepancies and prevent pay errors.
• Handle special payroll situations such as off-cycle runs, manual payments, check reversals, and voided transactions when required.
• Address questions from clients and employees related to earnings, tax withholding, direct deposit, and year-end payroll documents in a timely and thorough manner.
• Apply federal, state, and local payroll tax rules across multiple jurisdictions to support compliant payroll administration.
• Work closely with HR, benefits, and tax partners to investigate issues, correct inconsistencies, and maintain smooth account operations.
• Preserve organized payroll records and assist with quarter-end and year-end activities, including preparation related to W-2 processing.• At least 2 years of direct experience processing full-cycle payroll, including data entry, balancing, and final submission responsibilities.
• Prior experience working in a PEO environment is required.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a high volume of payroll activity for multiple clients while meeting strict deadlines.
• Strong understanding of multi-state payroll, payroll taxation, wage and hour requirements, and garnishment administration.
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to detect and resolve payroll discrepancies efficiently.
• Client-facing communication skills with a detail-oriented, service-oriented approach.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUPs and basic formulas used for payroll review and reconciliation.
• Experience with PrismHR, payroll certifications, or payroll tax filing and amendment work is preferred.