Payroll Specialist

CBIZ

. Manage the payroll processing function and timekeeping system, if applicable .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $55,000 - $70,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll processing, including managing payroll systems, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, and providing exceptional client service. Proficient in Excel for payroll calculations and reporting, with a strong understanding of retirement plans and payroll tax issues.

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Payroll Processing ManagementExcel ProficiencyKnowledge of Federal and State Pay RegulationsExperience with Payroll SoftwareCPP Certification

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingW-2 Wage Statement CompletionPayroll Tax CalculationsRetirement Plan ContributionsFLSA ClassificationOff-Cycle Pay CalculationTimekeeping System ManagementClient Relationship ManagementSpreadsheet PreparationPayroll Reconciliation

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationTeam CollaborationCustomer ServiceProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Payroll SoftwareTimekeeping SystemsExcel

Certifications & Qualifications

CPP Certification

Industry Keywords

Payroll RegulationsTaxable and Non-Taxable BenefitsRetirement PlansClient Operations SupportHuman Resources Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the payroll processing function and timekeeping system, if applicable
Answer payroll-related questions from employees and clients
Ensure accurate completion of W-2 wage statements
Prepare and process payroll for multiple clients with varying pay cycles
Assist clients with payroll tax-related issues, including state registrations; escalate and research tax issues
Calculate off-cycle paychecks, overtime, partial payments, retirement plan contributions, deductions, and bonuses
Maintain, reconcile, and track vacation and sick leave balances
Calculate and reconcile retirement plan contribution calculations
Utilize multiple payroll systems to perform payroll
Develop and maintain positive client relationships; respond to and resolve client issues; provide exceptional customer service
Inform clients and colleagues of changes to or non-compliance with applicable federal and state employment regulations and laws
Provide guidance to clients to improve operations, support supervisors, and minimize human resources and payroll-related issues
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED
2+ years of relevant work experience
Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently
Proficient use of applicable technology
Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of the organization, both internally and externally
Excel proficiency (e.g., creation of formulas; utilizing functions, preparing spreadsheets for reporting, performing quick calculations for retroactive pay, prorating, etc.)
Knowledge of federal, state and local pay regulations
Knowledge of taxable and non-taxable benefit plans
Knowledge of retirement plans (403b, 401k, 457 plans)
Knowledge of FLSA classification
Experience with a variety of payroll software strongly preferred
CPP certification desired