Payroll Specialist

Job Title: Payroll Specialist

Location: New Brighton, MN (hybrid role; local candidates only)

Pay Rate: $28 - $35 / hour dependent on applicable experience

Addison Group is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for an organization in New Brighton, MN. This individual will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, maintaining employee payroll records, and assisting with payroll-related inquiries and reporting.

• Process payroll accurately and on time in accordance with established schedules.
• Review and verify employee timecards, hours worked, deductions, and payroll adjustments.
• Maintain employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, and compensation changes.
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and respond to employee inquiries.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Process garnishments, benefit deductions, and other payroll-related adjustments.
• Assist with payroll reconciliations, reporting, and general ledger support.
• Support year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation and reconciliation.
• Collaborate with HR, Accounting, and other departments to ensure payroll accuracy.

• Previous experience processing payroll in a corporate environment.
• Knowledge of payroll regulations, tax withholding, and wage and hour requirements.
• Experience working with payroll systems such as ADP, UKG, Paylocity, Paycom, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage payroll deadlines and work independently.

• Competitive Pay: We advocate for strong compensation aligned with your experience
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and performance-based incentives
• Career Growth: Many of our consultants convert to full-time hires
• Exclusive Access: Direct connections to hiring managers at top employers
• Flexible Opportunities: Projects tailored to your background and goals
• Dedicated Support: Resume tips, interview prep, and offer negotiations included

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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