Payroll Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist for a contract opportunity with an organization located near DeLand, Florida. This role is ideal for a payroll professional with experience managing full-cycle payroll processing in environments that require accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process full-cycle payroll accurately and on schedule for employees in accordance with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Maintain payroll records, earnings, deductions, garnishments, benefits, and tax withholdings.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and reporting requirements.
• Reconcile payroll reports and assist with month-end, quarter-end, and year-end payroll activities.
• Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, tax forms, and payroll-related issues.
• Collaborate with HR and accounting teams to maintain accurate employee data and payroll reporting.
• Support audits and help prepare payroll documentation as needed.

Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of payroll experience, preferably in K-12 education, higher education, or nonprofit organizations.
• Experience with full-cycle payroll processing for multi-employee organizations.
• Knowledge of payroll compliance, tax reporting, and benefit deductions.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with payroll systems and Excel. Experience with platforms such as Workday, ADP, or similar systems is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

Compensation

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