Payroll Expert – Remote, US – Process Payroll with Precision at PEOPLEASE

Join The PEOPLEASE Group as a Remote Payroll Specialist!

Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for our PEO clients, collaborating with internal teams and providing excellent customer service. This remote role requires 1+ year of customer service experience, strong computer literacy, and attention to detail. PEO and Prism experience are a plus!

• Company: The PEOPLEASE Group;
• Location: Remote Job (Charleston, SC preferred);
• Salary: $TBD.

Ensure Payroll Precision: Remote Payroll Specialist at The PEOPLEASE Group

Are you a detail-oriented individual with a passion for accuracy and a knack for numbers? The PEOPLEASE Group, a leading Professional Employer Organization (PEO), is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our dynamic team. In this fully remote role, you’ll be responsible for compiling payroll data, processing pay orders, and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.

About Us:

The PEOPLEASE Group is a trusted provider of comprehensive HR solutions to small and medium-sized businesses. With a focus on the blue and gray-collar industries, we empower our clients to achieve their aspirations by handling payroll, human resources, benefits, and risk management.

We’re a people-centric organization that values collaboration, integrity, and a commitment to exceptional service.

Position Summary:

As a Payroll Specialist, you’ll partner with our PEO clients to ensure accurate, compliant, and timely payroll processing. You’ll compile payroll data, enter employee information, calculate taxes and deductions, and collaborate with internal teams to resolve any client issues. Your attention to detail, strong communication skills, and ability to work independently will be crucial in this role.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Payroll Processing:
  • Compile payroll data and billing records for assigned clients.
  • Accurately prepare and execute pay orders through the electronic system.
  • Issue paychecks in accordance with PEO guidelines.
• Data Entry & Maintenance:
  • Record changes affecting net wages, such as exemptions, insurance coverage, and personnel changes.
  • Enter and maintain client-related information in the payroll system.
• Client Support & Training:
  • Review new hire and employee change paperwork, collaborating with clients to ensure accuracy.
  • Train and assist clients on using relevant websites and educate them on tax regulations and labor laws.
• Collaboration & Compliance:
  • Collaborate with internal departments and the field client service team to resolve client issues.
  • Stay informed about payroll system enhancements and changes in wage and tax laws.
  • Maintain knowledge of PEO service offerings and payroll policies to ensure compliance.
• Customer Service:
  • Provide quality payroll service to PEO clients and worksite employees, maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Maintain positive relationships with assigned clients and worksite employees.
  • Proactively communicate suggestions, concerns, and observations to your manager.
• Additional Duties:
  • May track the cost of individual projects and jobs.
  • Other duties as assigned to support the position’s function.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Associate or BA degree in finance, business, or accounting preferred.
• Experience:
  • 6+ months of PEO experience preferred.
  • 1+ year of customer service experience.
• Skills & Abilities:
  • Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Office.
  • 10-key experience preferred.
  • FPC Certification preferred.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Attention to detail and ability to multitask.
  • Ability to work independently and establish priorities.

Quick Tips for Applicants: Stand Out as the Ideal Payroll Specialist

1. Showcase Your Payroll Expertise: Go beyond listing your experience. Highlight specific payroll tasks you’ve performed, such as processing payroll, calculating taxes and deductions, and handling employee inquiries. If you have PEO or Prism experience, emphasize it.
2. Demonstrate Your Attention to Detail & Accuracy: Payroll requires meticulousness. Provide examples of how your precision and focus have ensured accurate payroll processing and compliance in previous roles.
3. Highlight Your Communication & Customer Service Skills: This role involves interacting with clients and internal teams. Showcase your ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing. Share examples of how you’ve provided excellent customer service and resolved payroll-related inquiries.
4. Emphasize Your Tech Savviness: Proficiency with payroll software and Microsoft Office is essential. If you have experience with 10-key or other relevant tools, be sure to mention them.
5. Express Your Passion for the PEO Industry: Peoplease is a leading PEO provider. In your cover letter, convey your interest in the industry and your desire to contribute to their mission of empowering businesses through comprehensive HR solutions.

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