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As we continue to expand, we're focused on strengthening our operations, improving efficiency, and building scalable processes that support our continued growth.\nWe are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our People Operations team. The ideal candidate is someone who takes ownership, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and has a proven track record of identifying payroll discrepancies, improving existing systems, and implementing reliable processes that ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.\nPayroll Specialist\nDirectMeds | Remote | Full-Time\nCompensation: $75,000-$80,000 annually\nReports to: Head of People\nKey Responsibilities\nManage and process accurate, timely weekly payroll for 500+ employees across multiple entities and states.\nReview existing payroll procedures, identify discrepancies and areas for improvement, and implement effective solutions.\nDevelop and maintain standardized payroll processes, checklists, calendars, internal controls, and documentation.\nInvestigate and resolve payroll discrepancies involving employee records, timekeeping, benefits, deductions, and HRIS integrations.\nEnsure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including multi-state tax withholding and reporting requirements.\nSupport payroll setup and compliance requirements as the company expands into additional states.\nCoordinate year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation, payroll reconciliations, and required reporting.\nPartner closely with Finance and People Operations to ensure accurate payroll reconciliations, general ledger mapping, and approvals.\nRespond to employee payroll inquiries professionally, accurately, and in a timely manner.\nContinuously identify opportunities to streamline payroll operations, improve accuracy, and reduce recurring errors.\nRequired Qualifications\nMinimum of 3 years of hands-on payroll processing experience, including multi-state payroll.\nExperience working in a fast-paced, high-growth, or startup environment.\nDemonstrated success improving, rebuilding, or implementing payroll processes and procedures.\nStrong understanding of payroll compliance, tax withholding, deductions, and reporting requirements.\nExperience working with payroll software and Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS).\nStrong analytical, reconciliation, and problem-solving skills.\nProficiency with Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.\nExceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.\nStrong written and verbal communication skills.\nAbility to manage confidential employee and financial information with professionalism and discretion.\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience managing payroll across multiple legal entities.\nPrevious experience within the healthcare or pharmacy industry.\nCertified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC).\nExperience implementing payroll controls, process improvements, or system integrations.\nCompensation\nAnnual Salary: $75,000-$80,000, based on qualifications and experience.\nDirect Meds is an equal opportunity employer. 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