Payroll Specialist

Type : Contractor or Part-Time Employee (potential to become full time )

Location : Remote (work from anywhere, must align with US Eastern Time Zone hours)

Hours : 5–10 per week to start (room to grow to full-time within a year)

Compensation : Based on experience

About Us

The company for which you are applying is a people-first, culture-forward HR consulting firm focused on simplifying payroll and HR solutions for small businesses. We work hand-in-hand with founders and growing teams to get the people stuff right—from onboarding and compliance to culture and compensation.

"We’re not a corporate machine—we’re a lean, purpose-driven team that deeply cares about people, precision, and partnership."

The Role

We’re looking for a detail-oriented, people-friendly Payroll Specialist who understands the nuts and bolts of U.S. payroll and enjoys helping businesses thrive through great processes.

This is a remote, flexible, part-time role (starting at 5–10 hours / week), with the opportunity to grow into a full-time position within a year . You’ll support a range of small business clients using platforms like Gusto and QuickBooks.

Responsibilities

Process payroll for multiple small business clients using Gusto, QuickBooks, and other HRIS platforms

Manage payroll data including wages, deductions, benefits, and tax withholdings

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations

Reconcile payroll discrepancies and resolve payroll-related issues

Stay current on payroll laws, trends, and best practices

Requirements

At least 2 years of U.S. small business payroll processing experience

Proficiency in platforms like QuickBooks, Gusto, and other small business HR / payroll systems

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Proficient in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets

Comfortable with technology and eager to learn new systems

Ability to work independently across multiple client accounts

Available to work 9–5 US Eastern Time at least 75% of the time

Fluent in English (written and spoken)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with multi-state payroll

Understanding of payroll tax regulations and benefits deductions

Familiarity with payroll reporting

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation

Who You Are (ideally)

Born between 1995 and 2000.

Organized, reliable, and self-motivated

Passionate about people, systems, and making a real impact

Looking to be part of a collaborative and values-driven team

Why Join People Operations Partners

Flexible remote work

Supportive team culture focused on growth and learning

Opportunity to transition into a full-time role

Meaningful work supporting small businesses across the U.S.