Payroll Specialist (Contract Role)

Overview

This temporary Payroll Specialist role supports People Operations for a 4- to 8-week contract, working 5 to 8 hours per week. The position will manage end-to-end multi-state payroll processing for remote employees and consultants, with payroll responsibilities specifically across California, Nebraska, and other regions.

Location

Position may be held remotely within the United States or hybrid in our Omaha, NE office.

Responsibilities

• Execute accurate and timely end-to-end multi-state payroll processing using ADP (ADP Payroll, ADP Workforce Now & ADP SmartCompliance).
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, tax laws, and compensation structures, specifically across California, Nebraska, and multi-state jurisdictions.
• Administer, audit, and reconcile pay, benefits, leave, and statutory/voluntary deductions during payroll cycles.
• Serve as the point of contact for payroll-related inquiries from employees and supervisors, maintaining meticulous compensation records.

Requirements

• Payroll Expertise: Demonstrated experience processing end-to-end multi-state payroll in ADP (ADP Payroll & ADP SmartCompliance required).
• Compliance Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of payroll-related state and federal labor laws, tax compliance, and benefit/leave structures (specifically for California and Nebraska).
• Technical Proficiency: Experience with Google Suite, HRIS/payroll tools, and Slack communication. Experience with Cocoon (Employee Leave Management Software) is strongly preferred.
• Core Competencies: Exceptional attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, high discretion with sensitive data, and the ability to manage strict payroll deadlines independently.
• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent practical experience), paired with prior hands-on payroll/HR experience.

Compensation & Benefits

• Temporary contract: 4 to 8 weeks
• Weekly hours: 5 to 8 hours per week

Equal Employment Opportunity

The organization provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Accommodations

If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let the team know.