Payroll Specialist

Meridian Services

Payroll Specialist assisting with payroll processing and workflows. Overseeing payroll and implementing improvements for efficiency in the department.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeGolden Valley • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $25 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll processing, including managing workflows, troubleshooting issues, and implementing process improvements. Proficient in communication and collaboration, with experience in training staff and handling payroll-related tasks.

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Payroll ProcessingProcess ImprovementMicrosoft OfficeGreat PlainsMfiles

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingGarnishment ManagementWorkflow ManagementProcess ImprovementTroubleshooting

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationTeam CollaborationTraining and Mentoring

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeGreat PlainsMfiles

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Department of Human Services Background StudyAccounting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with processing payroll and workflows
Oversee payroll workflows as assigned
Process special payrolls and manage garnishments
Fill in for vacated positions and assist in training new staff
Propose and implement process improvements
Troubleshoot payroll processing issues

Requirements

What you’ll need

Excellent written and verbal communication
Proficiency in spoken and written English communication
Education: a 2 year degree in accounting is preferred but not required
Must have 1-5 years of job-related experience.
Experience working with Microsoft Office.
Experience working with Great Plains and Mfiles preferred
Must possess a valid driver’s license and have an acceptable driving record as determined by Orion Associates policy.
Successful clearance of a Department of Human Services background study

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full time Monday-Friday typical daytime hours
Eligible to work from home 2 days a week after 90 days of employment