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Payroll Specialist jobs in Salt Lake City, UT
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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$65k
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Rinvio is hiring a Field Robotics Deployment Specialist for a national travel contract role supporting advanced equipment in construction environments. This position is focused on practical field execution: deploying equ…
Location: Salt Lake City, UT (100% Onsite) Duration: 6 12 Months | Standard Business Hours (flexible scheduling: 8a-5p, 7a-4p, etc) What is the client looking for? Someone who can create, update, and manage product label…
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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 seeking an organized Remote Booking Specialist to assist clients with researching available options and coordinating reservations through online platforms. Responsibilities Communicate with clients regarding their…
We are a fast growing PEO (HR) company seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist who has good payroll experience and is looking to take the next step. We are looking for a detail oriented individual who thrives on assist…
operational capacity. Looking to take the next step in your career? Hatch is seeking a dynamic Junior Operational Readiness Specialist . Reporting to the Business Practices Consulting group, you will support offices glob…
Do bouncers greet you with a handshake and a smile? Are you on first-name terms with the owners of the top clubs? Does the motto ‘ One for all and all for one’ resonate with you? If so, then you are a Musketeer! At Red B…
$22 - $26 per hour
We are seeking an outstanding Payroll & HR Operations Specialist to join our Corporate Human Resources Team! Come join a team of dedicated, smart, and caring professionals who work together to support our communities, ca…
Be part of something bigger. At Codale Electric, we’re proud of the role we’ve played in projects like the new Salt Lake Airport, the Las Vegas Raiders stadium and Soleil Lofts, as well as our role in housing, commercial…
Senior Payroll Analyst Location: Remote Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. MST Assignment: Through February 26, 2027, with potential for extension based on workload and staffing needs Our multi-billion client i…
Role We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Billing Specialist focused on New Construction to join our Accounting & Finance team... ...reporting and documentation such as lien releases, certified payroll reportin…
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What payroll specialists earn in Salt Lake City
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $22–$29 | $46k–$60k |
| Mid level | $27–$36 | $57k–$74k |
| Senior | $35–$45 | $72k–$93k |
Adjusted for the Salt Lake City 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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