Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Harvard Resource Solutions is seeking a part-time Payroll/HR Specialist for a temporary-to-permanent, remote role with a client in Royal Oak, Michigan. The role manages the full-cycle bi-weekly payroll process for approximately 300 employees across 15 locations, while also handling HR inquiries, payroll compliance, reporting, audits, and employee record maintenance.
Responsibilities
- Process accurate and timely bi-weekly payroll for approximately 300 employees across 15 locations
- Responding to employee questions and inquiries related to Human Resources and payroll
- Communicating with the office managers at the various locations
- Review payroll data, including hours worked, earnings, deductions, benefits, and tax withholdings
- Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
- Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, employee inquiries, and payroll-related issues
- Coordinate payroll changes including new hires, terminations, promotions, wage adjustments, and benefit deductions
- Prepare payroll reports and assist with payroll audits as needed
- Ensure payroll taxes and related filings are processed accurately and on time
- Collaborate with Human Resources and Accounting teams to maintain accurate employee and payroll records
- Assist with year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation and reporting
- Support continuous improvement efforts related to payroll processes and procedures
Skills
- 3+ years of payroll processing experience, preferably in a multi-location environment
- Human Resource, onboarding and compliance experience
- Knowledge of payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance requirements
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite , including Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a remote setting
- Experience processing payroll for a workforce of 200+ employees preferred
- Experience with Paycor and/or QuickBooks is highly preferred
- Remote ( Candidates must live in Michigan)
- CPP certification is a plus but not required
Benefits
- Remote work arrangement; candidates must live in Michigan
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