Description

Contract Payroll & HR Specialist (6-Month Term)

We’re seeking a detail-oriented and versatile Payroll & HR Specialist to join our dynamic, project-based organization for a 6-month contract. This role blends payroll, HR administration, and light accounting support.

You’ll be the go-to expert for payroll processing, timekeeping, and HRIS management, while also supporting our Controller with data tasks in SAP and Excel. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy wearing multiple hats, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Run bi-weekly payroll using ADP Workforce Now
• Track and verify project hours weekly via ADP Timekeeper
• Maintain employee data in HRIS and timekeeping systems
• Audit payroll outputs and ensure accuracy of earnings, deductions, and W-2 balances
• Handle garnishments, tax updates, unemployment claims, and vacation/personal time accruals
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll and leave
• Perform bi-weekly 401(k) reconciliation and support monthly ADP reporting
• Assist with early 2026 W-2 generation and distribution
• HR Administration support
• Assist the Controller with Excel-based reporting and data tasks
• Reconcile contractor invoices and labor hours
• Work within SAP Finance Module to support financial operations
   

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent from a 2-year college or technical school OR 6 years of relevant experience/training
• Prior experience running payroll and timekeeping (ADP required)
• Familiarity with SAP Finance Module is a plus
• Strong Excel skills required (formulas, pivot tables, v-lookups)
• Experience tracking project hours is preferred
• Ability to adapt to new payroll/timekeeping systems (transition may occur during contract)