Payroll Specialist

ADP•Augusta, GA

About The Position

The Payroll Consulting Specialist helps clients pay their employees accurately and on time as part of a high-performing, collaborative team. The role performs basic analysis, reporting, quarter-end and year-end audits, and payroll-processing research. It also supports clients through service requests, basic client audits, client calls, and basic reporting on payroll activities. The position may include special projects that use critical and analytical thinking to help clients achieve success.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree, equivalent military experience, 1–2 years of multi-corporation, multi-state payroll experience, or equivalent relevant experience in customer service, payroll, human resources, benefits administration, a financial institution, application support, or another relevant area.
A flexible schedule; payroll processing days may be longer, and overtime is mandatory during year-end.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Professional written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage deadlines.
Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Comfort with change, adaptability, and the ability to recover quickly from adversity.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with HR, payroll technology, and payroll processes.
FPC or CPP certification.
Working knowledge of payroll processing, tax principles, and wage and hour laws.

Responsibilities

Help clients pay their employees on time with accuracy and attention to detail.
Perform basic analysis, reporting, quarter-end and year-end audits, and research related to payroll processing.
Occasionally work on special projects to help clients achieve success.
Respond to service requests and conduct basic client audits.
Participate in client calls.
Complete basic-level reporting on payroll activities.