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MBO Partners · 3 weeks ago

Payroll Specialist (Contract)

United States

Contract

Remote

Senior Level

5+ years exp

MBO Partners is a leading platform for independent professionals and enterprise organizations. The Payroll Specialist (Contract) is responsible for managing the full payroll lifecycle, ensuring compliance with payroll laws, and collaborating with HR and Finance to maintain smooth payroll operations.

AccountingConsultingProfessional Services

Responsibilities

Process payroll accurately and timely, including W2 payroll and 1099 payments

Manage and process all types of employee garnishments, including but not limited to child support, tax levies, and creditor garnishments

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations

Review new hire tax compliance

Audit and submit payment for external talent 401k

Submit updates to talent benefits for payroll processing

Maintain accurate payroll records and employee data in the payroll system

Resolve payroll discrepancies and answer payroll-related inquiries

Prepare and submit payroll reports as required

Assist in audits by providing payroll information and documentation

Collaborate with the HR and Finance departments to ensure smooth payroll operations

Qualification

Payroll systemsUS payroll tax complianceMulti-state payroll practicesGarnishmentsExcel skillsAnalytical skillsProblem-solving skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsTime management

Required

Associate degree required in Business, Accounting, Finance, or another related field

5+ years of experience working in a professional office environment including roles in either accounting, finance, banking, operations, or another related field

Strong experience with payroll systems

Experience with US payroll tax compliance and multi-state payroll practices

Experience with garnishments, general ledger, payroll taxes, and benefit deductions

Experience with payroll tax and accounting

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to prioritize tasks and work in a deadline driven environment

Strong Excel skills

Proficient in managing Microsoft office email and calendar, Microsoft Teams, and external ticketing system in a remote environment

Familiar with payroll best practices and procedures

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong operational and organizational skills with great attention to detail

Good time management skills with a high degree of responsiveness and sense of urgency