Temporary Payroll Specialist II

Workforce and Community Education

. Process and audit accurate and timely payroll for multiple pay groups according to National University policies and local, state and federal guidelines .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $25 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll processing, compliance with labor laws, and effective communication with employees and management. Proficient in using payroll software and maintaining accurate payroll records to ensure timely employee compensation.

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Payroll ProcessingADP Smart ComplianceWorkday HCMAccounting PrinciplesInterpersonal Communication

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Hard Skills

Payroll AuditingCompensation ChangesGarnishment AdministrationRecord MaintenancePayroll ReportingTime TrackingFinancial ReportingOffice ManagementData EntryPolicy Evaluation

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsTeam CollaborationIndependent WorkAdaptabilityProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteExcelWordPowerPointOutlook

Industry Keywords

Payroll ComplianceLabor LawAccountingFinanceHuman Resources

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Process and audit accurate and timely payroll for multiple pay groups according to National University policies and local, state and federal guidelines
Maintain accurate payroll records to support accurate and on-time employee pay
Answer employee and management questions regarding paychecks and payroll matters by email and phone
Respond to staff and faculty payroll inquiries
Audit payroll reports for each pay group
Audit prepared on-demand checks, including lost checks, separations, retro compensation changes and retro timesheet corrections
Maintain records of exception checks issued
Perform retroactive compensation changes
Administer garnishments and process direct deposit returns and garnishment refunds
Coordinate separation check timelines and delivery with managers and HR
Upload agency notices to ADP Smart Compliance and follow through to completion
Settle payrolls and on-demand checks and validate payroll funding in ADP Smart Compliance
Complete the full payroll process for all pay groups when needed
Evaluate and recommend policy and procedure changes to streamline processes and enhance automation
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate degree with an emphasis in Accounting, Finance or Human Resources or its equivalent in related work preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
Two to Four (2-4) years of professional experience with emphasis on payroll or accounting/financial/accounts payable related duties, or office management duties preferred
Experience with Workday HCM, Payroll, Time Tracking and ADP Smart Compliance required
Working knowledge of accounting and payroll processing principles and practices and impact on general ledger within a large volume organization
Basic knowledge of payroll mandates and labor law preferred
Intermediate use of computers and Microsoft Office Suite applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Experience with accounting and payroll processing software, including Workday HCM, Payroll Time Tracking and ADP Smart Compliance
Strong interpersonal and oral and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in diverse teams, in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines and changing priorities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Base pay as part of National University’s total rewards package
Comprehensive well-being benefits for employees and their families
Part-time benefits information provided