Payroll Specialist
Role Overview
The Payroll Specialist processes payroll for clients, ensuring accurate and timely wage payments while reviewing timekeeping records and collaborating on adjustments. This mid-level role involves maintaining payroll systems, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The specialist contributes to the integrity of payroll data and assists in developing payroll procedures, working within a team to support client needs.
Perks & Benefits
This is an in-office position with standard Monday to Friday hours, offering a robust benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance with fully paid employee-only options, company-paid life and long-term disability insurance, and ancillary benefits. Professional growth is supported through access to Becker and LinkedIn Learning, with opportunities for development in a supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
Full Job Description
Abacus!, is hiring! Abacus! is an independent, full-service accounting and advisory firm specializing in accounting and consulting services for businesses and individuals. Join a rapidly growing organization with a strategic vision and dynamic plan
We are seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our team.
We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where every
team member can thrive. Apply today to be part of a company that values its
people and their contributions!
Job Title: Payroll Specialist
Department: Payroll
Reports To: Payroll Manager
Employment Type: Full Time
Work Arrangement: In-office, Mon - Fri
Job Summary: The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for processing payroll and maintaining payroll systems. This role involves ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as managing the integrity of payroll data for all clients. The Payroll Specialist will assist with the development and implementation of payroll procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
Process Payroll:
Process payroll for clients of the firm.
Ensure accurate and timely payment of wages and salaries.
Review timekeeping records and work with clients on adjustments as needed.
Compliance:
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.
Prepare and file necessary payroll-related tax documents and reports.
Stay updated on changes in payroll-related legislation.
System Maintenance:
Maintain and update payroll systems and records.
Troubleshoot and resolve payroll issues and discrepancies.
Collaborate with other departments to optimize payroll systems.
Reporting and Reconciliation:
Prepare and analyze payroll reports.
Conduct regular payroll audits to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field; or equivalent experience (preferred but not required). We will consider experience in lieu of education.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in payroll processing.
Proficiency in payroll software (e.g., ADP, PayChex) and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
Comprehensive knowledge of federal and state payroll regulations.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation is a plus.
Experience in a similar industry or with a similar-sized workforce.
Working Conditions:
Office-based position.
Occasional overtime may be required during peak payroll periods or special projects.
In addition to a rewarding career, we provide a robust benefits package, including:
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with options for fully paid employee
only coverage for health and dental)Company-Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Ancillary Benefits such as supplemental life insurance and short-term
disability optionsClassic Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan with employer contributions
Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and development including
access to Becker and LinkedIn Learning
We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where every team member can thrive. Apply today to be part of a company that values its people and their contributions!
“Abacus!”, an independent member of the Crete Professionals Alliance, is the brand name under which Abacus CPAs, LLC and Abacus Business Consulting, LLC provide professional services. Abacus CPAs, LLC and Abacus Business Consulting, LLC practice as an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards. Abacus CPAs, LLC is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients, and Abacus Business Consulting, LLC provide tax and business consulting services to their clients. Abacus Business Consulting, LLC is not licensed as a CPA firm. The entities falling under the Abacus! brand are independently owned and are not liable for the services provided by any other entity providing the services under the Abacus! brand. Our use of the terms "our firm" and "we" and "us" and terms of similar import, denote the alternative practice structure conducted by Abacus CPAs, LLC and Abacus Business Consulting, LLC.
Crete Professionals Alliance is an equal opportunity employer, considering all
applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity,
pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical
disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic
protected by state of federal law.
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