Payroll Specialist

TEKsystems
$20.00 - $35.00 / hr
401(k)
United States, Georgia, Tucker
Feb 25, 2026
Description A professional that processes day-to-day activities of the payroll function. Processes nonexempt and exempt payroll associated with new hires, rehires, promotions, raises, tax information, benefit deductions, awards, leaves of absence, relocation reimbursements and bonuses, garnishments child support withholding, etc. This role will have specialized payroll-related duties that require skill in evaluating and analyzing employee pay data. Ensuring all timesheets have been received and interfaced to the payroll system. Prepares materials for external and internal auditors. A high degree of organization and attention to detail is required. Responsible for ensuring all payroll daily and semimonthly tasks are completed. The Payroll Analyst interfaces with all associates within the companies and provides quality customer service to associates. Ensures the timesheet audit reports and gross pay reviews are completed and distributed. Directs the work of Level II and Level I associates. Daily Responsibilities: * 30.00%Responsible for controlling timely and accurate processing, balancing, auditing and completion for all assigned payroll input through internal systems. Ensures that only authorized salary information is used, and proper accounts are affected. Ensures all upgrade pay sheets have been process. Ensures all time entry loaders have been received and interfaced/uploaded into time system. Processing wage garnishments. Maintains a high level of confidentiality of associate information and integrity in all aspects of their work. * 22.00%Works closely with HR organizations with regards to bonus calculations, financial data for bonus programs, and calculation of fringe benefit rates, manual adjustments to benefit plans, leave of absence payments. Serves as the primary analyst responsible for uploading, balancing and troubleshooting data files containing earnings, deductions or payroll memo related data and coordinates this process with other payroll team members and assisting them with balancing and processing as needed. Supports and provides audit assistance to a variety of internal and external auditors. Ensures the timesheet audit reports and gross pay reviews are completed and distributed. Other duties as assigned. * 10.00%Perform payroll audits to ensure error free payroll and compliance with government, state regulations and company policies. * 5.00%Extract necessary data from the payroll/personnel system to satisfy various internal and external reporting requirements. Send ACH file to bank. Prepare payroll wires for treasury departments. Send 401(K) and related files to fund manager. * 7.00%Performs a variety of payroll related month-end closing responsibilities and responsible for quarter and year-end processes. Complete monthly, quarterly, and yearly payroll reports as needed or requested. Reconciles payroll general ledger payroll. * 10.00%Strong understanding of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations and wage and hour laws. Responsible for assisting with all payroll tax deposits/filings. * 5.00%Works collaboratively with payroll management and team members to analyze, modify and enhance payroll tools and develop innovative solutions necessary to meet organizational control and documentation requirements. * 5.00%Assist with testing and implementation of payroll applications to include Lawson and BSI functional enhancements and tax updates. * 5.00%Trains and directs level II and I associates to ensure optimum staff development in payroll processes are in place. Through cross-training, ensures that backup plans and resources are in place for contingency needs. Assists with day-to-day payroll administration and acting as a point of contact for inquiries and issues related to payroll. Communicate effectively to all levels of the organization. Provide quality customer service for both internal and external customers. Collaborate with various departments to include Accounts Payable, Accounting and Treasury. * 1.00%Process and distribute payroll checks as required. Maintain payroll files and check/advice stock. Responsible for coordination efforts to ensure proper flow and maintenance of employee payroll data. Skills Payroll, adp payroll, payroll accounting, microsoft word, microsoft excel, visio, flowchart, sharepoint Top Skills Details Payroll,adp payroll,payroll accounting,microsoft word,microsoft excel Additional Skills & Qualifications * Flow charting or VISIO skills a plus * SharePoint skill a plus * Analytical and critical thinking skills * Strong customer service skills * Knowledge of quality control procedures * Ability to grasp new concepts, learn quickly, convey ideas verbally and in written form * Flexible Experience Level Intermediate Level Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Tucker, GA. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $35.00/hr. Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Tucker,GA. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.