Randstad USA
Payroll Specialist – 6 month contract in Baltimore, MD (21218)
Pay Rate: $25.00–$35.00 per hour Under moderate supervision, the Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing payroll information, reviewing and performing payroll audits, and serving as a resource for questions surrounding pay policies and procedures.
Principal Responsibilities and Tasks
Process regular payroll information on a bi‑weekly basis, including entering bonus payments, tax withholding changes, stop payments, and off‑cycle checks while adhering to Payroll Policy and Practices.
Serve as the final point of audit and approval for all employee timecards (Kronos), ensuring 100% completion, compliance, and zero missing punches.
Respond to and resolve inquiries regarding pay and leave questions.
Explain payroll calculations and deductions to employees, investigate problems, and make appropriate corrections.
Assist in explaining leave accruals based on HR Policies and work with payroll team members to investigate questions surrounding retro leave accruals.
Accurately process Paid Time Off (PTO) submissions and other employee communications/directives by inputting necessary information into the time‑keeping system.
Be responsible for the timely and accurate submission of payroll, ensuring all data is appropriately transmitted to the Kronos system by the deadline.
Investigate and correct historical time and attendance issues (e.g., missed work days, punch errors) by performing historical edits in the system and processing accurate off‑cycle paychecks as required.
Proactively identify, investigate, and resolve complex payroll errors, including those related to system failures, shift differentials (e.g., night shift), and other technical or procedural anomalies.
Develop, generate, and maintain various reports focused on Full‑Time Equivalent (FTE) and employee hours reporting, primarily utilizing data from the SAP system.
Analyze and digest reporting data to identify discrepancies, trends, and issues, specifically focusing on instances where hours are not being coded correctly.
Use analytical findings to recommend and implement corrective processes and entries to ensure accurate cost center and labor‑related coding.
Provide support for the month‑end close process, including preparing payroll‑related slides and summaries for inclusion in the financial package.
Education and Experience
Two to three years of payroll processing experience for a large organization; a degree or payroll certification from the American Payroll Association may substitute for one year of experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Direct experience with Kronos and experience pulling reports/details from SAP (core payroll processing system). Experience with Kronos 2.0 implementation or migration is a plus.
High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office products is required for reporting, data analysis, and documentation.
Proven experience in a payroll administration role with responsibility for a large employee base (e.g., 500+ employees).
Exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of payroll and payroll tax laws (compliance/regulations).
Basic mathematical calculations proficiency.
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
Proficient problem‑solving skills needed to handle and resolve challenging payroll‑related discrepancies.
Clear verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
Seniority Level Associate
Employment Type Contract
Job Function Administrative
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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Pay Rate: $25.00–$35.00 per hour Under moderate supervision, the Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing payroll information, reviewing and performing payroll audits, and serving as a resource for questions surrounding pay policies and procedures.
Principal Responsibilities and Tasks
Process regular payroll information on a bi‑weekly basis, including entering bonus payments, tax withholding changes, stop payments, and off‑cycle checks while adhering to Payroll Policy and Practices.
Serve as the final point of audit and approval for all employee timecards (Kronos), ensuring 100% completion, compliance, and zero missing punches.
Respond to and resolve inquiries regarding pay and leave questions.
Explain payroll calculations and deductions to employees, investigate problems, and make appropriate corrections.
Assist in explaining leave accruals based on HR Policies and work with payroll team members to investigate questions surrounding retro leave accruals.
Accurately process Paid Time Off (PTO) submissions and other employee communications/directives by inputting necessary information into the time‑keeping system.
Be responsible for the timely and accurate submission of payroll, ensuring all data is appropriately transmitted to the Kronos system by the deadline.
Investigate and correct historical time and attendance issues (e.g., missed work days, punch errors) by performing historical edits in the system and processing accurate off‑cycle paychecks as required.
Proactively identify, investigate, and resolve complex payroll errors, including those related to system failures, shift differentials (e.g., night shift), and other technical or procedural anomalies.
Develop, generate, and maintain various reports focused on Full‑Time Equivalent (FTE) and employee hours reporting, primarily utilizing data from the SAP system.
Analyze and digest reporting data to identify discrepancies, trends, and issues, specifically focusing on instances where hours are not being coded correctly.
Use analytical findings to recommend and implement corrective processes and entries to ensure accurate cost center and labor‑related coding.
Provide support for the month‑end close process, including preparing payroll‑related slides and summaries for inclusion in the financial package.
Education and Experience
Two to three years of payroll processing experience for a large organization; a degree or payroll certification from the American Payroll Association may substitute for one year of experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Direct experience with Kronos and experience pulling reports/details from SAP (core payroll processing system). Experience with Kronos 2.0 implementation or migration is a plus.
High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office products is required for reporting, data analysis, and documentation.
Proven experience in a payroll administration role with responsibility for a large employee base (e.g., 500+ employees).
Exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of payroll and payroll tax laws (compliance/regulations).
Basic mathematical calculations proficiency.
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
Proficient problem‑solving skills needed to handle and resolve challenging payroll‑related discrepancies.
Clear verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
Seniority Level Associate
Employment Type Contract
Job Function Administrative
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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