Payroll Specialist (Temporary)
Pay: $20/HR
Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Duration: Approximately 4-5 months with the potential for extension
Start Date: ASAP
Employment Type: Full-Time | 40 hours per week
Position Overview
Atlas Staffing is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist for a temporary full-time opportunity with one of our valued clients. This position is ideal for someone with payroll processing experience who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The Payroll Specialist will assist with payroll administration, employee record maintenance, payroll reconciliations, and compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
Responsibilities
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Collect, review, calculate, and enter employee timesheet information.
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Review timesheets and payroll data to identify and resolve discrepancies.
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Validate and process payroll for executive leadership and contracted providers.
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Coordinate payroll batch processing for each pay period.
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Reconcile assigned payroll general ledger liability accounts.
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Assist the Payroll Manager with legal payroll filings and benefit payment processing.
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Enter payroll information for new employees.
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Update employee records, including:
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Employment status changes
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Address and tax exemption updates
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Department transfers
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Job title changes
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Direct deposit information
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Payroll deductions
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Salary adjustments
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Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive payroll and employee information.
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Support the Payroll department with additional administrative duties as assigned.
Qualifications
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High School Diploma or GED required.
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1-3 years of payroll processing experience.
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Experience using payroll software required; UKG experience is highly preferred.
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Strong data entry skills with excellent attention to detail.
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Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
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Ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining accuracy.
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Strong communication and organizational skills.
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Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Health Requirements
Candidates must be willing and able to meet the organization's employee health requirements after hire. Required immunizations and screenings include:
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TB test (within the last year)
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MMR vaccination
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Varicella vaccination
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Tdap booster (within the past 10 years)
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Seasonal influenza vaccine (during flu season)
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