Description
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a large, multi-state employee population. This contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can step in quickly, manage full-cycle payroll activities with precision, and work effectively within standard business hours. The role requires strong experience with enterprise payroll platforms and a detail-oriented approach to compliance, reporting, and issue resolution.


Responsibilities:

• Manage full-cycle payroll processing for a high-volume, multi-state workforce, ensuring deadlines are met and payments are accurate.

• Review employee payroll records for changes related to onboarding, departures, internal moves, and compensation updates before each pay cycle.

• Reconcile payroll-related data received from HR, timekeeping, and benefits systems to identify discrepancies and correct issues promptly.

• Handle special payroll items s...