Job Description

Payroll Specialist

Location: Dallas, TX (Hybrid)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation: Up to $80,000 annually (based on experience)

Position Overview:

Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist for a hybrid role in Dallas, TX , on behalf of our client, a trusted leader in the identity theft protection industry . The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for managing bi-weekly payroll for up to 100 employees , ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance using ADP Workforce Now .

This individual will also support basic benefits-related functions , making this an ideal role for someone with payroll expertise and exposure to employee benefits processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately process bi-weekly payroll for up to 100 employees
• Manage and audit timecards, earnings, deductions, benefits contributions, and tax compliance
• Utilize ADP Workforce Now for end-to-end payroll processing and reporting
• Ensure adherence to all applicable federal, state, and local payroll regulations
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies efficiently
• Maintain payroll records and ensure data integrity
• Support basic benefits-related tasks , including processing benefit deductions and assisting with enrollment audits
• Assist with W-2s, tax filings, year-end reporting, and internal audits
• Partner with HR and Finance to ensure accurate employee compensation data
• Maintain strict confidentiality and security of payroll and employee information

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in payroll processing
• Hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now is required
• Experience processing payroll for 50–100 employees or more
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll laws
• Some experience with benefits administration is preferred
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to meet tight deadlines
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a hybrid environment
• Associate’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPP certification is a plus

Work Schedule:

• Hybrid schedule : 1-2 days onsite in the Dallas office
• Standard Monday–Friday business hours

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