Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

Atlantic Beach, FL | Hybrid

$25$28/hour

Long-Term Contract

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Clerk to support payroll processing, benefits administration, payroll accounting, and employee support across multiple payroll groups.

This is a hands-on payroll opportunity for someone with direct experience processing payroll, completing reconciliations, resolving payroll discrepancies, and supporting employees with payroll and benefits-related questions.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and process assigned payroll cycles, including:
• U.S. biweekly payroll
• U.S. monthly payroll
• Non-office payrolls
• Review payroll data for accuracy, completeness, and compliance
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies involving pay, taxes, deductions, and benefits
• Support payroll audits, reconciliations, and reporting
• Prepare payroll-related journal entries
• Partner with Finance on payroll accounting and reconciliation activities
• Assist with payroll allocations, approvals, and supporting documentation
• Submit payroll-related payments and requests through Tipalti
• Support benefits administration for assigned employee groups
• Process and reconcile 401(k) and HealthEquity contributions
• Perform monthly benefit invoice reconciliations and prepare associated journal entries
• Respond to employee questions regarding payroll, taxes, benefits, and 401(k)
• Support payroll and benefits activities during employee onboarding
• Maintain accurate payroll and employee records
• Cross-train on payroll processes and provide backup support for critical payroll deadlines
• Maintain process documentation and support continuous improvement efforts

Qualifications

• Direct experience processing U.S. payroll
• Prior experience as a Payroll Clerk, Payroll Coordinator, Payroll Specialist, Payroll Administrator, or similar payroll-focused professional
• Working knowledge of U.S. payroll practices, taxes, deductions, and benefits
• Experience with payroll reconciliations
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Strong communication and employee-service skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Preferred Experience

• Preparing payroll-related journal entries
• Partnering with Finance or Accounting teams
• 401(k) administration and reconciliations
• Benefits administration and monthly benefit invoice reconciliation
• Supporting multiple payroll groups or entities
• Experience with HiBob, Principal, HealthEquity, and/or Tipalti
• Payroll process documentation and cross-training

Location: Atlantic Beach, FL

Schedule: Hybrid

Pay: $25$28/hour

Employment Type: Long-term contract