Payroll Specialist
📍 Pittsburgh, PA 15235
💲 $50,000–$65,000
🕒 Full-time | On-site
About the Organization
Our client is a small, close-knit organization with a family-like atmosphere. Their team values collaboration, respect, and dedication to supporting employees and the broader community. This is a welcoming environment where team members work closely together and take pride in the impact of their work.
Position Overview
Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to manage full-cycle payroll for a large employee population, including active employees and retirees. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working independently in a supportive, team-focused environment and takes pride in maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
Payroll Specialist Responsibilities
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Process biweekly payroll for approximately 1,200 employees and 400 retirees.
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The Payroll Specialist will reconcile payroll, verify balances, and maintain accurate payroll records using Excel and payroll systems.
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Track and maintain confidential personnel records and PTO/vacation balances in Excel.
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The Payroll Specialist will ensure compliance with payroll tax regulations and assist with filings, audits, and year-end reporting (fiscal year ends June 30).
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Serve as a point of contact for payroll-related questions, providing clear and helpful guidance to employees.
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The Payroll Specialist will assist with general ledger support and administrative tasks as needed.
Qualifications of the Payroll Specialist Role
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field or equivalent payroll experience.
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Previous full-cycle payroll experience required; experience in a small organization is a plus.
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Basic Excel skills including formulas, tables, and data entry (advanced functions not required).
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Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
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Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
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Friendly, patient, and collaborative personality with strong communication skills.
Why You’ll Love This Role
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Join a small, welcoming team with a family-like culture.
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Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a close-knit organization.
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Supportive environment that values collaboration and long-term growth.