Temporary Senior Payroll Specialist

Employer Industry: Higher Education

• Salary up to $30.00 per hour
• Comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family
• Opportunity for career advancement within a supportive academic environment
• Work remotely from anywhere in the USA
• Be part of a mission-driven organization committed to meeting global education demands

• Calculate, prepare, and complete multi-state payroll using Workday, ensuring timely and accurate processing
• Lead Payroll Specialists in daily duties and coordinate payroll activities in the absence of the Director
• Implement and review payroll processes to ensure accurate bi-weekly/semi-monthly processing of payroll transactions
• Perform internal audits and control procedures to maintain accuracy of wages, deductions, and taxes
• Research and resolve payroll tax notices and collaborate with governmental agencies and auditors

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business Administration, or closely related field, and at least four (4) years of experience preparing payrolls in a multi-state environment for 5,000 or moreخة employees
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) preferred
• Experience with ADP Smart Compliance and Workday
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of individuals

• Working knowledge of principles and practices of accounting and payroll processing
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite Applications, including Excel and Word
• Experience in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines and changing priorities
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to foster a cooperative spirit within a team