Our Client  is seeking a Payroll Specialist.

Responsibilities:

• Process biweekly, semi-monthly, or weekly payroll for a multi-state employee population
• Review and audit payroll data to ensure accuracy, including hours worked, pay rates, and deductions
• Manage off-cycle payrolls, adjustments, and corrections as needed
• Maintain and update employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, and compensation changes
• Partner with HR to validate payroll-related changes such as benefits, taxes, and deductions
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations
• Prepare and reconcile payroll journal entries and assist with month-end close
• Reconcile benefit deductions, garnishments, and payroll-related accounts
• Generate payroll reports and support internal and external audits
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and provide guidance on timekeeping and pay