Description: The Program Specialist Customer Success works as an independent professional with extensive knowledge of the supply chain management activities and services provided by Century Distribution Systems. The indi…
Finance & Accounting · Richmond, VA
Payroll Specialist jobs in Richmond, VA
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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$63k
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We are seeking an experienced Payroll Clerk for a temporary position with potential for temp-to-hire. This role is responsible for processing high-volume, multi-state payroll with accuracy and efficiency. The ideal candi…
$55 - $58.62 per hour
Safety Specialist Pay Rate: $55-$58.62/hr Location: Richmond, VA Per Diem offered Summary: The Safety Specialist serves as an Owner Safety Representative (OSR) supporting construction activities on utility scale solar an…
$105.4k - $207k
Position Summary Our Deloitte Enterprise Performance team is at the forefront of enterprise technology, working across finance, supply chain, and IT operations to deliver holistic performance improvement and digital tran…
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to support day-to-day payables operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Midlothian, Virginia. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, accurat…
$100k - $115k
Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact - on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resource…
$24 per hour
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist who is skilled in Multi-State, High Volume payroll processing. Responsibilities: Process weekly multi-state payroll with accuracy and within established deadlines.…
engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, t…
$17 - $19.98 per hour
POSITION SUMMARY: The Mail Services Specialist is responsible for the accurate, efficient, and timely handling of incoming and outgoing mail and parcels within a corporate, campus, or retail setting. This role ensures th…
The Payroll Specialist / Administrator is responsible for processing accurate and timely multi-state payroll while ensuring compliance with company policies, federal and state labor laws, and regulatory requirements. Ser…
Overview Payroll Tax Specialist Summary: The Payroll Tax Specialist delivers on critical payroll activities. These activities include, but are not limited to, accurate tax/garnishment setup in the Workday payroll system,…
Independent Contractor – Residential Renovation Specialist (Virginia – Charlottesville & Richmond) Location: Central Virginia (multiple residential job sites) Engagement Type: Independent Contractor (1099) Industry: Resi…
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What payroll specialists earn in Richmond
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $22–$27 | $45k–$57k |
| Mid level | $26–$34 | $54k–$71k |
| Senior | $33–$43 | $69k–$89k |
Adjusted for the Richmond 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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