Payroll Specialist

ABOUT THE ROLE

Careerscape is supporting a client opening for a Remote Entry-Level Payroll Specialist. This role focuses on processing payroll accurately, maintaining payroll records, supporting employee compensation activities, and ensuring compliance with payroll policies and procedures.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and interested in building a career in payroll, finance, accounting, or human resources.

The Payroll Specialist will work closely with payroll, HR, and finance teams to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining confidential payroll information.

This role is ideal for candidates interested in payroll administration, compensation support, finance operations, or HR services.

COMPENSATION

The salary range for this role is $75,000 - $95,000 per year, based on experience, analytical abilities, organizational skills, and client hiring needs.

Additional compensation and benefits details will be shared during the hiring process.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

- Process payroll accurately and on schedule

- Review employee timesheets and payroll data

- Maintain payroll records and employee information

- Verify payroll deductions and adjustments

- Respond to employee payroll inquiries

- Assist with payroll tax documentation and reporting

- Reconcile payroll records and identify discrepancies

- Update payroll systems and employee data

- Coordinate with HR and finance departments

- Ensure compliance with payroll policies and procedures

- Support payroll audits and documentation requests

- Assist with special projects and administrative tasks

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

- High school diploma or equivalent required

- Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred

- 0–2 years of experience in payroll, finance, accounting, administration, customer service, or support roles

- Strong attention to detail and accuracy

- Excellent organizational and time management skills

- Strong written and verbal communication abilities

- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, Google Workspace)

- Comfortable working with numbers and confidential information

- Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively

- Professional, dependable, and results-oriented mindset

NICE TO HAVE

- Administrative or office support experience

- Exposure to payroll or accounting processes

- Familiarity with payroll or HRIS software

- Experience with Excel and data entry

- Interest in payroll, finance, or human resources

BENEFITS & PERKS

Benefits may include:

- Fully remote work flexibility within the United States

- Competitive entry-level compensation

- Medical, dental, and vision coverage options

- Paid time off, holidays, and sick leave

- 401(k) retirement plan options

- Paid training and onboarding

- Career growth into Senior Payroll Specialist, Payroll Analyst, Compensation Analyst, HR Generalist, or Finance Operations Associate roles

- Performance-based bonuses and advancement opportunities

- Supportive and collaborative team environment

- Professional development and learning opportunities

WHY APPLY

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, maintaining accuracy, and supporting employees through efficient payroll operations.

Candidates who are proactive, detail-oriented, and eager to learn can build valuable payroll and finance experience while developing skills for long-term career growth.

ABOUT CAREERSCAPE

Careerscape is a staffing and recruiting firm connecting professionals with employers across finance, accounting, human resources, operations, administration, and business services roles.

APPLICATION NOTICE

Careerscape is supporting the hiring process for this client opening. By applying, you agree that Careerscape may review your application, contact you regarding this opportunity, and share your information with the hiring client for consideration.

Careerscape may also contact you about other relevant opportunities that align with your background and experience.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Careerscape and its hiring partners are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.