Payroll Specialist

We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support a construction and contractor environment in Cincinnati, Ohio. This Long-term Contract position will oversee end-to-end payroll processing for a large employee population, with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and timely execution. The role requires hands-on expertise in multi-state payroll, commission earnings, payroll taxes, and benefit deductions. This individual will work closely with internal partners to maintain reliable payroll operations and address complex payroll matters effectively.

Responsibilities:
• Execute biweekly, full-cycle payroll for a high-volume workforce while ensuring all payments are processed accurately and on schedule.
• Calculate and validate commission-based earnings, maintaining clear records to support payroll accuracy and audit readiness.
• Administer payroll across multiple states and apply federal, state, and local requirements to each payroll cycle.
• Update employee payroll data, including deductions, adjustments, and other changes that affect net pay.
• Monitor payroll tax compliance by supporting accurate withholding, reporting, and required quarterly and annual filings.
• Manage payroll-related benefit deductions, including Section 125 cafeteria plans and other pre-tax arrangements.
• Partner with Human Resources and Finance to research discrepancies, resolve payroll issues, and respond to employee questions.
• Prepare payroll reports and supporting documentation for leadership review, reconciliations, and internal audit needs.
• Utilize JD Edwards EnterpriseOne and related payroll tools to maintain efficient payroll processing and data integrity.

Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of experience handling high-volume, full-cycle payroll processing.

• Demonstrated background managing payroll for large employee populations, including biweekly payroll cycles.

• Practical experience with commission payroll and payroll administration across multiple states.

• Strong understanding of payroll taxes, wage deductions, and compliance requirements at the federal and state levels.

• Proficiency with payroll systems and Microsoft Excel for payroll processing, reporting, and reconciliation.

• Experience working with JD Edwards EnterpriseOne or PeopleSoft-based payroll environments is preferred.

• Certified Payroll designation is a plus.

Compensation

$25.00-$29.00 Hourly

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