Payroll Specialist

RDO Equipment Co. • Fargo, ND

7d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Payroll Specialist at R.D. Offutt Company (RDO), you will process payroll for a dedicated group of company locations and work with location payroll contacts, Human Resources, Benefits, and leaders to ensure accurate, timely pay. The role supports multiple companies and payroll groups and requires careful handling of time and pay data, payroll questions, and compliance matters.

You will contribute to a collaborative payroll team by assisting the Payroll Manager and fellow specialists, participating in training and team communication, and helping improve payroll operations. The position is based at RDO’s Field Support Office in downtown Fargo, North Dakota. The company describes the work as fast-moving and highlights a supportive, people-first team culture and community involvement.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of payroll experience.
• Solid understanding of federal and state wage and hour laws and government reporting requirements, including third-party garnishments.
• Ability to perform detailed work with exceptional accuracy and confidentiality.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask while meeting critical deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of computer-based payroll systems.
• Proficiency in Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a professional, customer-focused approach.
• Valid work authorization and ability to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Prior multi-state payroll experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for a dedicated group of R.D. Offutt Company locations, ensuring team members are paid accurately and on time.
• Collaborate with location payroll contacts, Human Resources, Benefits, and management to gather and validate time and pay data.
• Maintain compliance with applicable federal and state payroll laws, including requirements related to timekeeping, tax payments, garnishments, and levies.
• Respond to payroll questions and resolve issues for team members and leaders in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist the Payroll Manager and other Payroll Specialists with payroll-related tasks.
• Participate in training, team meetings, and communication efforts, and contribute to a positive, collaborative team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation reflecting experience.
• State-of-the-art workspaces and amenities in downtown Fargo.
• Comprehensive benefits package supporting well-being.
• Supportive, collaborative payroll team culture.
• Local events and volunteering opportunities, with engagement in the Fargo community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed