Payroll Specialist

$52,000 - $52,000/Yr

Vaco - Columbus, OH

Full-time

Columbus, OH

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for accurately processing payroll while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role involves providing excellent support to employees, managing payroll-related child support and garnishments, and entering data into a computerized payroll system. The position is hybrid, requiring three days in the office and two days remote, and is a 9-month contract role.

Responsibilities

• Input data from time sheets, production records, or individual time cards into the payroll system.
• Balance payroll runs to ensure accuracy.
• Produce federal, state, and local tax payments.
• Address and resolve employee questions and issues related to payroll.
• Handle payroll-related child support and garnishments.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2-3 years of experience in payroll, specifically with child support and garnishments.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the payroll field or a related area.
• Proficiency with computerized payroll systems.
• Strong knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within the payroll field.
• Ability to follow instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform job functions.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.