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Payroll Specialist

Cbiz MAG

Remote (US) · Posted November 9, 2026

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Essential Functions & Primary Duties

Manages the payroll processing function; manages the timekeeping system (if applicable); answers payroll related questions of employees and clients; ensures accurate completion of W-2 wage statements.

Preparation and processing payroll for multiple clients with varying pay cycles.

Assist clients with payroll tax related issues including state registrations; escalating and researching tax issues, etc.

Calculate off-cycle paychecks, overtime, partial payments; retirement plan contributions; deductions, deductions, bonuses

Maintain reconcile, and track vacation and sick leave balances.

Calculate and reconciles retirement plan contribution calculations.

Utilize multiple payroll systems to perform payroll.

Develops and maintains positive client relationships; responds to and resolves client issues; and provides exceptional customer service to clients.

Informs clients and colleagues of changes to or non-compliance with applicable federal and state employment regulations and laws so that clients maintain compliance.

Provides guidance to clients to improve operations, support supervisors and minimize human resources and payroll-related issues.

Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of hands-on, full cycle payroll processing experience or any combination of education, training and experience.

Excel proficiency (e.g., creation of formulas; utilizing functions, preparing spreadsheets for reporting, performing quick calculations for retroactive pay, prorating, etc.)

Knowledge of the intersection of HR and payroll as it relates to:

Federal, state and local pay regulations

Taxable and non-taxable benefit plans

Retirement (403b, 401k, 457 plans)

FLSA classification

Experience with a variety of payroll software strongly preferred.

CPP certification desired.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

2+ years of relevant work experience

Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently

Proficient use of applicable technology

Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of the organization, both internally and externally