ABOUT THE ROLE

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to own the full weekly payroll cycle and related tax work for approximately 150 employees. The role is focused on payroll and the balance sheet reconciliations that relate to payroll. Beginners are welcome, provided they have some accounting knowledge, strong attention to detail, and the discipline to follow a defined process every week.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Daily

- Review and post employee timesheets each day

Weekly Payroll Cycle

- Monday and Tuesday: finalize timesheets, double check PTO and premiums, and verify certified payroll rates

- Wednesday: upload payroll and process payment

- Wednesday and Thursday: complete payroll tax filings and certified payroll reports

Friday - Reconciliations and Other Duties

- Perform benefit reconciliations and 401(k) reconciliations

- Complete balance sheet reconciliations related to payroll

- Upload and post equipment entries

REQUIREMENTS

- Some accounting knowledge (entry-level candidates are welcome)

- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy

- Ability to follow a structured, repeatable process and meet weekly deadlines

- Comfortable working with payroll data, tax filings, and reconciliations

- Experience with Spectrum is preferred; willingness to learn is essential

- Familiarity with certified payroll is a plus

- Excellent written and spoken English

- Reliable internet connection and professional remote work setup

- Availability to work from 2:00 PM Arizona time zone onwards, with ability to start immediately

Requirements

This is a full time role

Up to $7/hr

100% Remote