Payroll Specialist/ Bookkeeper (Part Time)

We are seeking a part-time detail-oriented and experienced Payroll/Bookkeeping Specialist to assist with payroll processing for 100 employees as well as bookkeeping duties. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive payroll and accounting data with confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process employee payroll accurately and on schedule, including calculations for hours, overtime, bonuses, deductions, stipends, reimbursements, etc.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee payroll records.
• Verify attendance, timesheets, and work records for payroll preparation.
• Handle payroll tax filings, garnishments, and other statutory deductions.
• Respond promptly to employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, and payroll processes.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with HR and Accounting teams to manage benefits deductions, employee changes, and reporting.
• Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies or errors on time.
• Prepare and process contributions, withdrawals, loans and other transactions relating to retirement plan, including calculations for safe-harbor and profit-sharing contributions.
• Ensure retirement plan adheres to all relevant regulations and legal requirements.
• Assist with audits related to payroll and retirement plan records and processes.
• Assist Controller with other accounting duties such as bank reconciliations, journal entries, accounts payable, invoicing correspondence. etc. as needed

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Experience as a Payroll Specialist or similar role.
• Knowledge of payroll software and systems such as ADP, Paycor, Hybrid or similar platforms.
• Strong understanding of payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Strong mathematical and data analysis abilities.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding sensitive payroll and financial data.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

Schedule:

• Full time schedule during first couple of weeks for training
• 15 – 18 hours per week after training 
• In Office 3 days per week (upon transition to permanent hire)
• This is a temp to hire opportunity with Marquee Staffing