Payroll Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois.

📋 Description

• Accurately process intricate payrolls across multiple states and ensure timely delivery.

• Oversee garnishments, tax deductions, benefit contributions, and payroll reconciliations.

• Review payroll submissions prepared by Payroll Coordinators before final approval.

• Address payroll tax notices, correspondence from agencies, and compliance-related matters.

• Provide clients with guidance on payroll best practices, regulatory adherence, and process enhancement.

• Support and mentor Payroll Coordinators by offering technical advice and answering payroll inquiries.

• Enhance payroll processes, automation, quality controls, and operational effectiveness.

• Facilitate the onboarding of new payroll clients, including system setup, implementation, training, and ongoing assistance.

• Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local payroll regulations.

• Provide exceptional client service while guaranteeing precise and timely payroll processing.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least 4 years of progressive experience in payroll management.

• Practical experience with Gusto and advanced payroll software solutions.

• In-depth knowledge of multi-state payroll processing, garnishments, levies, and benefit reconciliations.

• Thorough understanding of federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.

• Proven experience in addressing payroll tax notices and communicating with government agencies.

• Certification as a Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC), either completed or in progress, is preferred.

• Experience in mentoring team members and providing technical payroll support.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and client advisory capabilities.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work autonomously in a remote setting.

• Willingness to commit approximately 10–20 hours per week over the long term.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive pay of $30.00 per hour.

• Flexible remote work arrangements.

• Long-term part-time position (10–20 hours per week).

• Opportunity to assist a diverse range of clients across various industries.

• Collaborative culture focused on precision, client satisfaction, and ongoing improvement.

• Meaningful work that integrates payroll operations, client consulting, and team mentorship.

• Chance to broaden your expertise while enjoying a flexible, fractional work schedule.