Payroll Specialist

Progress

Payroll Specialist supporting accurate payroll processing for multistate workforce at Progress. Collaborating with teams on payroll operations and compliance under established guidelines.

Posted 6/13/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $70,000 - $84,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Process payroll transactions, including regular pay, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and deductions, in accordance with established timelines and procedures
Review and validate payroll data for accuracy; identify and resolve discrepancies using standard practices
Maintain employee payroll records and ensure data integrity across systems
Support compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations by applying established policies and guidelines
Partner with HR, Finance, and IT to support payroll-related processes and data alignment
Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll in a timely and service-oriented manner
Assist with payroll audits, reporting, and documentation requests
Support year-end payroll activities (e.g., W-2 preparation) under guidance
Contribute to process improvements by identifying inefficiencies and recommending enhancements within defined scope

Requirements

What you’ll need

2–4 years of payroll or related experience (accounting, HR operations, or finance preferred)
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Experience with payroll systems such as ADP Workforce Now, Workday, or similar
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data validation techniques
Foundational understanding of payroll processes and basic compliance requirements
Familiarity with multistate payroll concepts preferred but not required
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Effective problem-solving using established procedures
Clear communication skills for responding to employee and stakeholder inquiries
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
High level of discretion with sensitive employee data

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision, life & disability, and financial benefits (including 401(k) retirement savings plan)
Tuition Reimbursement program
Additional voluntary benefits including crucial illness/hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, auto & home insurance, legal, and pet insurance
Competitive salary, bonus, and best-in-class Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) with a 27-month lookback
Flexible paid vacation time, paid day off for your birthday, and company holidays
A variety of leave plans, including Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and an employee well-being program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health

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Hard Skills & Tools

payroll processingdata validationpayroll auditsW-2 preparationcompliance with payroll regulationsmultistate payroll conceptsattention to detailproblem-solvingdata integrityprocess improvements

Soft Skills

clear communicationservice-orientedtime managementcommitment to accuracyability to manage multiple prioritiesdiscretion with sensitive data

Certifications

Bachelor's degree