$70k - $75k
Position Title: Payroll & HR Coordinator Location: Plymouth, MN Compensation: $70,000-$75,000 / Annually Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Benefits: This position is eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, an…
Finance & Accounting · Minneapolis, MN
Payroll Specialist jobs in Minneapolis, MN
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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$22–$44/hr
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$65k
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$37.22 - $46.49 per hour
Below is specific information for you to consider about this position. Job Title: Payroll Analyst, Senior - ( 2026-2027) Finance and Requisition ID number: 104152 Close Date: 11:59 PM on Organizational Unit: Payroll (100…
$25 - $27 per hour
Payroll Assistant Over 70 years ago, the Luther Automotive Group purchased its first dealership. Thirty dealerships and five collision and glass centers later, Luther continues to build its brand on family values and a p…
$28 - $31 per hour
Job Title: Accounts Payable Specialist Location: Minneapolis, MN (100% onsite, only local candidates in Minnesota will be eligible for consideration) Compensation: $28.00 - $31/ Per Hour dependent on applicable experienc…
$30.3 per hour
Dungarvins multi-state footprint allows internal job mobility nationwide. Job Description Dungarvin is seeking a Senior Payroll Administrator to lead high-volume payroll operations with a focus on accuracy, speed, and co…
Job Description Job Description We are looking for an experienced payroll leader to oversee complex payroll operations for an organization in the west metro. This role is responsible for delivering accurate, timely pay f…
our reputation on exceptional client service, responsiveness, and strong results. We are seeking a Legal Operations & Billing Specialist to become an integral part of our firm. This position will initially be part-time,…
$25 - $29 per hour
Payroll & Administrative Specialist Location: Northeast Minneapolis, MN Employment Type: Direct Hire or Contract-to-Hire Compensation: $25-$29/hour Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite About the Opportunity A stable and growing…
At City & County Credit Union, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. As a Payroll & Benefits Analyst, you’ll help support our team by ensuring payroll and benefits programs run smoothly, accurately, and eff…
$30 - $40 per hour
Title : Part Time Payroll Specialist Location : St. Paul, MN Job Type : 2 month Contract Hours: Part time, 24-32 hours every other week Compensation : $30-40/hr Industry: Renewable Energy *ASAP Start, as early as 7/13 --…
$55k - $70k
has an opportunity for an individual who enjoys working in a professional, team environment. The responsibilities of the Billing Specialist include generating client invoices per the firm's billing process, related suppo…
$55 - $75 per hour
Title : ADP Senior Payroll Consultant Location : St. Paul, MN (Hybrid) Job Type : Contract (3 Months) Compensation : $55 - $75/hr Industry: Manufacturing and Equipment Distribution --- About the Role We are partnering wi…
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What payroll specialists earn in Minneapolis
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $22–$28 | $46k–$59k |
| Mid level | $27–$35 | $56k–$73k |
| Senior | $34–$44 | $71k–$92k |
Adjusted for the Minneapolis 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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