Specialist, Payroll (RUN)

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Posted Sep 22, 2026

Remote · US · ask about Worldwide Full Time
$15 – $41/hr

Overview

This role provides direct support and consulting to payroll clients. The position requires an in-depth understanding of payroll practices and applicable laws to deliver accurate information and service. Work is performed under the supervision of the Payroll Supervisor, with day-to-day management of client relationships and escalation of issues as needed for prompt resolution.

Responsibilities

Client Service & Deliverables

  • Ensure client payroll information is accurate within their specific payroll system and resolve any discrepancies
  • Review and/or process payrolls in a timely manner to meet client deadlines, including:
    • Updating employee records
    • Calculating and paying bonuses or severance
    • Reviewing accuracy of federal and state income-related tax calculations
    • Reconciling payroll deposits, tax withholdings, wage garnishments, and related items
  • Prepare reports of employee earnings, taxes, deductions, and the employer’s contributions for social security and unemployment

Client Service

  • Establish strong, trusted client relationships by consulting with clients on payroll-related matters
  • Maintain confidence of employee data by keeping information confidential
  • Accurately convey detailed information in written and verbal formats
  • Provide technical software support to clients
  • Identify and accurately capture out-of-scope work
  • Identify new opportunities to expand services to clients

Implementation & Technology

  • Serve as an additional resource to the implementation team when needed
  • Interview clients to understand payroll needs
  • Manage new client implementation projects, ensuring timely completion and client satisfaction
  • Train clients on payroll processes as necessary

Individual and Team Development

  • Support new hires and/or less experienced staff regarding clients, software, payroll, and/or processes
  • Provide timely, honest feedback to new hires and/or less experienced staff
  • Help build team capabilities and knowledge by sharing insights and lessons learned
  • Research and maintain product knowledge on ADP software platforms
  • Maintain current knowledge of local, state, and federal practices and laws

Qualifications

  • 2-year degree preferred or 2 years experience in lieu of degree
  • Experience with ADP software platforms desirable
  • Working knowledge of Outlook and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Highly detail oriented with a focus on accuracy
  • Strong organization and time management skills
  • Strong adaptability and multi-tasking skills
  • Ability to effectively work in a deadline-driven environment serving multiple clients
  • Ability to provide exceptional client service
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills; professionally communicates with all levels
  • Ability to learn new technology and processes quickly
  • Ability to learn from experiences and integrate new knowledge and skills into daily work and share with colleagues as appropriate

Compensation & Benefits

  • Pay range: $15.97 to $41.00
  • Actual compensation will depend on relevant factors, including skills, experience, qualifications, professional certifications, work arrangements, geographic location, and other business and organizational needs.
  • It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range.
  • Compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each case.

Location

Work location status should be discussed with the organization’s talent acquisition professional to understand any requirements for an opportunity being explored.

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