Payroll Specialist

Clearway Pain Solutions

. Process accurate and timely bi-weekly/semi-monthly payroll for all employees, including regular, overtime, bonuses, and special pay adjustments .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $26 - $28 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll processing, including bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll, compliance with federal and state regulations, and proficiency in ADP Workforce Now. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential for maintaining accurate payroll records and resolving discrepancies.

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Payroll Processing ExperienceADP Workforce NowFederal And State Payroll Tax RegulationsAdvanced Excel SkillsCPP Or FPC Certification

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingWage GarnishmentsTimekeeping Records VerificationGeneral Ledger ReconciliationPayroll Tax DepositsEmployee Payroll Records MaintenanceCalculating DeductionsPreparing Payroll ReportsMulti-State Payroll ExperienceBasic Calculations

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsAttention To DetailOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

HRISMicrosoft Office SuiteTime And Attendance Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

CPPFPC

Industry Keywords

Payroll LawsIRS RegulationsWage And Hour LawsEmployee InquiriesConfidential Information Handling

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Process accurate and timely bi-weekly/semi-monthly payroll for all employees, including regular, overtime, bonuses, and special pay adjustments
Review and verify timekeeping records and resolve discrepancies with managers or employees
Maintain and update employee payroll records in the HRIS/payroll system
Process new hires, terminations, pay rate changes, tax withholding elections, and voluntary deductions
Calculate and process wage garnishments, child support orders, tax levies, and other court-ordered deductions
Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and assist with month-end and year-end close activities
Prepare and distribute payroll reports, labor distribution summaries, and ad hoc reports
File payroll tax deposits and returns at federal, state, and local levels; monitor tax rate updates and regulatory changes
Assist with preparation and distribution of W-2s, ACA forms, and other year-end tax documents
Respond to employee inquiries about pay, deductions, tax withholding, and direct deposit
Coordinate with Human Resources on onboarding, terminations, leaves of absence, and payroll adjustments
Maintain current knowledge of payroll laws, IRS regulations, state wage and hour requirements, and industry best practices
Assist with internal and external payroll-related audits
Complete mandatory trainings and monitor work email throughout the workday
Maintain product and service knowledge; perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field required; Bachelor's degree preferred
Equivalent combination of education and directly related experience accepted
Minimum of two (2) years of payroll processing experience required, including experience with multi-state payroll
Experience with ADP Workforce Now required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) required
Advanced Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, and VLOOKUP, strongly preferred
Familiarity with time and attendance systems is a plus
CPP or FPC certification preferred but not required
Strong working knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations and wage and hour laws
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high degree of numerical accuracy
Excellent written and oral communication skills, customer service, and phone etiquette
Ability to work individually and within a team
Ability to multitask and prioritize
Extreme attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Ability to perform basic calculations, problem solve, and use reasoning
Ability to meet predefined production and quality standards and time-sensitive payroll deadlines
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive employee information with discretion
Must live in one of the operating states: Maryland, Delaware, Virginia, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Florida, Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, or Texas
Reliable transportation required; occasional travel to company locations may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

PTO: Up to 96 hours in first year (pro-rated based on start date)
7 paid holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day After Thanksgiving, Christmas Day
401(k) with employer match
Medical insurance (single and family)
Dental insurance (single and family)
Vision insurance (single and family)
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Basic Life/AD&D
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary Life insurance
Accident insurance
Critical Illness insurance
Hospital Indemnity
Eligible for overtime pay in accordance with applicable law
Minimal travel; occasional travel to other company locations may be required