We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Legal Billing Maintenance Specialist to support a law firm billing operations and ensure the accuracy and integrity of information across its enterprise systems, incl…
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Payroll Specialist jobs in Miami, FL
Payroll specialists make sure people are paid correctly and on time. They process pay runs, handle deductions, and keep payroll compliant with federal, state, and local requirements.
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$24–$48/hr
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$70k
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We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Legal Billing & Accounting Specialist to support the financial operations of a law firm. This position is responsible for managing monthly time and billing processes for fir…
$45k - $55k
Job Title: Accounts Receivable Associate Location: Miami, Florida Type: Direct Hire Compensation: $45,000.00 to $55,000.00 Contractor Work Model: Onsite Hours: 40.0 hours per week Responsibilities Coordinate the collecti…
Join the team at Cliff Berry, Inc. (CBI)! Cliff Berry, Inc. (CBI) is a trusted leader in environmental services with a legacy of excellence dating back to 1958. With a strong foundation in technical expertise and a custo…
$80k - $100k
OEC Group offers hybrid work, competitive salary, a full benefits package, opportunities for professional growth and so much more! What we’re looking for… ~3-5 years of experience in Customs Brokerage (must be a licensed…
$26 per hour
Bookkeeper. In this role, you will oversee full-cycle accounting operations, managing daily financial transactions, processing payroll for a 12-person crew, and maintaining the books through month-end financial reporting…
Job Description Job Description Major FL Corporation is expanding their tax department. Seek 3 tax specialists to deal with both Income and Indirect tax matters. Heavy tax compliance with some tax audit and research invo…
organization with multiple specialties, including Wound Care, Cardiology, and Internal Medicine. We’re looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join our accounting team and help with day-to-day financial operations.…
FINANCIAL OFFICER The FINANCIAL OFFICER contribute to the Company’s mission, values and strategic priorities by implementing the principles of control, audit, accounting and finance processes. Responsible for all financi…
Job Description Job Description On-site in Linthicum, MD or Miami, FL. JOB SUMMARY & SCOPE: Will work in close partnership with our Field Service Team, Finance Team, Sales Administration, and Accounting Team to provide t…
$45k - $55k
Job Title: Accounts Payable Associate Location: Miami, Florida Type: Direct Hire Compensation: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 Contractor Work Model: Onsite Hours: 40.0 Responsibilities Prepare, review, and process Housing Assis…
Perform accounting functions as described below Qualifications Education Associate degree or equivalent; and six months or more related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience Ot…
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What payroll specialists earn in Miami
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $24–$31 | $50k–$64k |
| Mid level | $29–$38 | $61k–$79k |
| Senior | $37–$48 | $77k–$99k |
Adjusted for the Miami market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Payroll processingADP, Paychex, or WorkdayMulti-state payroll taxWage and hour complianceGarnishments and deductionsBenefits administration basicsExcelDiscretion and confidentialityAccuracy under deadlines
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Walk me through a full payroll cycle you have run.
Cover collecting time data, validating changes, processing, review, and post-run reporting. Emphasize your checks before anything is finalized.
How do you handle a payroll error after employees have been paid?
Show urgency and correctness: quantify the error, follow the legal rules for corrections, communicate honestly with those affected, and fix the root cause.
What experience do you have with multi-state payroll?
Name the states and the wrinkles you managed, such as local taxes, differing overtime rules, or remote-worker registrations.
How do you process garnishments and other involuntary deductions?
Show you know the order of priority, response deadlines, and the documentation trail, and that you treat these with strict confidentiality.
Which payroll systems have you used, and have you been through a conversion?
Name the platforms and your depth in each. Conversion or implementation experience is a strong differentiator worth detailing.
How do you keep payroll data confidential?
Mention access controls, clean-desk habits, and declining to discuss compensation outside proper channels, even under social pressure.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For payroll specialists specifically — generic advice costs you here
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State the payroll size you ran: employee count, pay frequencies, and number of states or entities.
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Quantify accuracy, such as error rates or consecutive on-time pay runs, since that is the core promise of the role.
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Name your platforms exactly — ADP Workforce Now, Paychex Flex, Workday, Gusto — as job posts filter on them.
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Include compliance wins, like clean payroll tax filings, resolved agency notices, or year-end W-2 cycles delivered without corrections.
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List certifications such as FPC or CPP; they carry real weight in payroll hiring.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Payroll Clerk
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Payroll Specialist
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Senior Payroll Specialist
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Payroll Manager
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