Payroll Specialist

Job Title: Payroll Specialist
Location: Troy, Ohio

Salary: $50,000 – $75,000 annually

Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations during a period of stabilization and systems transition. This role is primarily project-based and will focus on payroll cleanup, reconciliations, and year-end support following several years of organizational turnover. The Payroll Specialist will play a key role in preparing payroll and benefits data for a future HRIS implementation.

Key Responsibilities

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  Support accurate and timely payroll processing across recurring pay cycles

  
  


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  Perform payroll reconciliations and resolve historical discrepancies

  
  


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  Assist with payroll reporting, audits, and compliance requirements

  
  


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  Respond to employee payroll inquiries with professionalism and discretion

  
  


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  Maintain strict confidentiality and ensure payroll accuracy and deadline adherence

  
  


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  Support cleanup and documentation of payroll and benefits data

  
  


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  Partner with HR and Finance to prepare for HRIS and benefits system migration

  
  

Project Scope

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  Payroll processing coverage

  
  


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  Payroll and reconciliation cleanup

  
  


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  Year-end payroll support

  
  


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  Payroll and benefits readiness for HRIS implementation

  
  

Qualifications

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  Proven experience as a Payroll Specialist or similar payroll-focused role

  
  


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  Hands-on experience with payroll systems and payroll reporting

  
  


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  Strong understanding of payroll compliance and best practices

  
  


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  Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills

  
  


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  Ability to work independently in a high-change environment

  
  


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  Trusted track record of accuracy, discretion, and reliability

  
  

Why This Role Matters
This role is critical to restoring payroll stability and setting the foundation for a successful HRIS and benefits transition after a period of significant organizational change.