Payroll Specialist
Location: Jacksonville, FL
Job Type: Direct Placement
Company: ARC Group
Category: Administration
Job Description Apply Now
The Payroll Specialist role is an essential position within ARC Group, responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely administration of payroll functions. As a bilingual English/Spanish professional, the Payroll Specialist will leverage their language skills to effectively communicate with a diverse employee base and provide exceptional customer service. This full-time contract opportunity in Jacksonville, FL is an excellent way to join an established and well-respected organization known for fostering career growth and professional development.
ARC Group embraces diversity and inclusion, striving to create a workplace where all employees are valued and empowered. The Payroll Specialist position is a hybrid role, offering a balance of onsite and remote work in Jacksonville, FL, and is initially structured as a 12-month contract with the potential for extension or conversion to a permanent role.
In this position, the Payroll Specialist will utilize integrated HR/Payroll systems to manage various payroll processes, including time entry, pay rate verification, employee tax updates, and the production and processing of payrolls. The successful candidate will maintain up-to-date knowledge of union contracts and regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance and accuracy in all payroll-related matters. Additionally, the Payroll Specialist will be responsible for preparing union benefit and third-party payments, as well as promptly researching and resolving payroll inquiries from employees across multiple business units.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint, is required, along with demonstrated experience using Oracle Payroll HCM and ADP Smart Compliance. The ideal candidate will have strong general accounting or financial experience and be comfortable working with mainframe or client-server-based systems. Attention to detail, effective communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment are essential attributes for success in this role.
ARC Group is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. The organization welcomes applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds and is dedicated to making reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic company while advancing your payroll career in Jacksonville, FL.
Payroll Specialist - Summary- Responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll using integrated HR/Payroll systems.
- Supports a diverse workforce by providing bilingual English/Spanish payroll services.
- Operates in a hybrid work model based in Jacksonville, FL, with a focus on delivering excellent customer service.
- Process payroll for assigned business units, ensuring timeliness and accuracy.
- Utilize HR/Payroll systems for time entry, pay rate validation, and employee tax changes.
- Maintain detailed knowledge of union contracts and prepare union benefit and third-party payments as required.
- Review system edits and resolve discrepancies in payroll data.
- Respond to and resolve payroll inquiries from employees, providing a high level of customer service in both English and Spanish.
- Document and update payroll processes, proofreading and editing as needed.
- Interpret, report, and use payroll data to support ongoing business activities.
- Competitive compensation commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Potential for contract extension or conversion to a permanent role, offering long-term career growth.
- Hybrid work arrangement provides flexibility and work-life balance.
- No candidate fees for application or placement.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 1-2 years of general accounting or financial experience.
- 1-3 years of payroll experience, preferably with mainframe or client-server-based systems.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).
- Experience with Oracle Payroll HCM and ADP Smart Compliance strongly preferred.
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is required.
- Permanent US work authorization required.
- Detail-oriented and able to perform accurately in high-volume, deadline-driven settings.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in both English and Spanish.
- Exceptional customer service orientation and the ability to resolve payroll-related issues efficiently.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across diverse teams.
- Capable of documenting and improving payroll processes as needed.
- Understands office practices, procedures, and etiquette.
- Position supports multiple business units and segments within the company.
- ARC Group is recognized as a top recruiting and executive search firm, committed to integrity, inclusion, and mutual success.
- Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: "At ARC Group, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive work environment. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know."
- Jacksonville, FL is a vibrant area with a growing business community, offering an attractive environment for career advancement.
If you are a bilingual Payroll Specialist seeking a dynamic role in Jacksonville, FL, and are eager to join a company that values diversity, integrity, and professional growth, we encourage you to apply today by clicking the job application button. Take the next step in your payroll career with ARC Group!