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Payroll Specialist (Temporary – LOA Coverage)

Location: On-site in Garden City
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:15 PM
Duration: Temporary Assignment covering Leave of Absence (LOA)
Compensation: $27-30/hr.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to support the day-to-day checks and balances of payroll operations during a leave coverage period.
This role is fully on-site and will play a critical part in ensuring payroll accuracy, compliance, and timely processing for employees.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Execute end-to-end payroll processing with a strong focus on accuracy and internal controls

• Perform payroll audits, reconciliations, and validations to ensure checks and balances are consistently maintained

• Review timesheets, earnings, deductions, garnishments, and benefit contributions for accuracy

• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, variances, and employee inquiries in a timely manner

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour regulations

• Maintain payroll records and documentation in accordance with company and legal requirements

• Partner with HR and Finance to support payroll-related reporting and process improvements

• Utilize Dayforce for payroll processing, reporting, and system maintenance

wHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• 3–4 years of hands-on payroll experience

• Strong proficiency with Dayforce (Ceridian) is required

• Solid understanding of payroll controls, audits, and reconciliation processes

• Working knowledge of payroll compliance and labor regulations

• High attention to detail with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential information

• Strong organizational and time-management skills

• Ability to work independently in an on-site, fast-paced environment