Payroll Specialist (Part-Time) - Remote

Overview

The Payroll Specialist (part-Time) position exists to ensure payroll and retirement operations are executed accurately, consistently, and on time across MDC and assigned client accounts. This role is the operational backbone of high-risk HR processes and maintains audit ready records, system hygiene, and procedures function as designed. The Specialist executes within established processes resolves routine requests independently, and escalates exceptions as appropriate to maintain compliance, accuracy, and trust.

In Short

• Part-time role scheduled for approximately 20 hours per week.
• Execute end-to-end multi-state payroll processing activities.
• Validate, reconcile, and audit payroll reports and data.
• Resolve routine payroll and HR data discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate payroll and benefits records.
• Document payroll and benefits processes and maintain SOPs.
• Support payroll system maintenance and implementation.
• Troubleshoot routine payroll system issues.
• Support employee payroll and benefits onboarding/offboarding.
• Ensure compliance with established procedures.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience with multi-state payroll.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred.
• Experience with Paylocity is a plus.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling to align with payroll processing timelines.
• Opportunity to work remotely.
• Supportive work environment.
• Professional development opportunities.