Payroll Specialist

Overview

A remote entry-level Payroll Specialist position is available, focusing on accurate payroll processing, maintaining payroll records, supporting employee compensation activities, and ensuring compliance with payroll policies and procedures. This role is suitable for individuals who are detail-oriented, organized, and interested in building a career in payroll, finance, accounting, or human resources.

The Payroll Specialist will collaborate closely with payroll, HR, and finance teams to ensure timely and accurate employee payments while maintaining confidentiality of payroll information.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and on schedule
• Review employee timesheets and payroll data
• Maintain payroll records and employee information
• Verify payroll deductions and adjustments
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries
• Assist with payroll tax documentation and reporting
• Reconcile payroll records and identify discrepancies
• Update payroll systems and employee data
• Coordinate with HR and finance departments
• Ensure compliance with payroll policies and procedures
• Support payroll audits and documentation requests
• Assist with special projects and administrative tasks

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred
• 0–2 years of experience in payroll, finance, accounting, administration, customer service, or support roles
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace)
• Comfortable working with numbers and confidential information
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Professional, dependable, and results-oriented mindset

Preferred Qualifications

• Administrative or office support experience
• Exposure to payroll or accounting processes
• Familiarity with payroll or HRIS software
• Experience with Excel and data entry
• Interest in payroll, finance, or human resources

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $75,000 - $95,000 per year, based on experience and skills
• Fully remote work flexibility within the United States
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options
• Paid time off, holidays, and sick leave
• 401(k) retirement plan options
• Paid training and onboarding
• Career growth opportunities into roles such as Senior Payroll Specialist, Payroll Analyst, Compensation Analyst, HR Generalist, or Finance Operations Associate
• Performance-based bonuses and advancement opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Professional development and learning opportunities

Location

• Fully remote within the United States

Equal Opportunity

The employer and its hiring partners are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.