Payroll & HR Operations Specialist

ClassWallet

. Manage end-to-end payroll processes via the PEO partner .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing payroll processes, HRIS administration, and compliance with payroll regulations. Proficient in data analysis and project management, with a focus on improving operational efficiency and employee support.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Payroll ManagementHRIS AdministrationCompliance With Payroll RegulationsAdvanced Excel SkillsPEO Transition Experience

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingData EntryData AuditsSOP DesignHR Metrics GenerationTax WithholdingTimekeeping ManagementWorkflow OptimizationEmployee Record MaintenanceBenefits Platform Implementation

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProject ManagementAttention To DetailEmpathy In CommunicationProactive Execution

Tools & Technologies

ADPRipplingWorkdayGusto

Industry Keywords

Federal Payroll RegulationsState Payroll RegulationsLocal Payroll RegulationsLabor LawsOnboardingOffboarding

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage end-to-end payroll processes via the PEO partner
Administer the HRIS, maintain employee records, perform data entry, audit data integrity, and configure the system
Support employees with payroll, timekeeping, tax withholding, and basic HR operations inquiries
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and labor laws
Generate HR metrics, payroll summaries, and operational reports
Identify workflow bottlenecks in onboarding, offboarding, and timekeeping
Design and implement SOPs to reduce manual data entry and errors
Lead the transition off the PEO and build an in-house payroll model by January 1, 2028
Evaluate, select, and assist with implementation of payroll and benefits platforms
Establish workflows, controls, SOPs, and tax/registration setups across applicable jurisdictions
Manage change by training managers and staff on new timekeeping and self-service systems

Requirements

What you’ll need

3–5+ years of experience in payroll and HR operations
Proven, hands-on experience successfully transitioning an organization off a PEO onto an independent, self-powered payroll system
Advanced proficiency with HRIS/payroll platforms (e.g., ADP, Rippling, Workday, Gusto)
Strong Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and data audits
Deep understanding of federal, multi-state, and local tax, wage, and labor regulations
Excellent analytical and project management skills
High attention to detail
Ability to explain complex payroll/benefits topics to employees with empathy and clarity
Proactive and consistent execution with detail-oriented quality and speed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent salary and benefits commensurate with experience
Positive, family-oriented team environment
Encouragement, positive reinforcement, and gratitude
Healthy work-life perspective
Work-life balance
Equal Opportunity Employer