Payroll Specialist

$ 28 - $ 31 / Hour
location_onDetroit, Michigan

Accounting & Finance

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Payroll Specialist

Detroit, MI | Contract‑to‑Hire | Fully On‑Site

LHH Recruitment Solutions is supporting a non‑profit client located in Detroit, MI that is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their team. This is a Contract‑to‑Hire opportunity offering stability, competitive pay, and a collaborative work environment.

Schedule:
Monday – Friday | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Compensation: $28.00 – $31.00 per hour
Work Setting: Fully On‑Site (Paid Parking Provided)


Key Responsibilities:

  • Process bi‑weekly payroll accurately and in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations

  • Maintain employee payroll records, including pay rates, deductions, garnishments, and benefits

  • Resolve payroll discrepancies and respond to employee payroll inquiries

  • Ensure timely tax filings, payroll reporting, and reconciliations

  • Partner with HR and Finance teams to support audits and reporting needs

  • Maintain confidentiality of payroll and employee data


Qualifications:

  • Proven experience processing payroll in a high‑volume environment

  • Strong knowledge of payroll laws, regulations, and best practices

  • High attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines

  • Proficiency with payroll systems and Microsoft Excel

  • Experience in a non‑profit environment is a plus


This role offers an excellent opportunity to transition into a long‑term position with a mission‑driven organization.

If you are interested or would like additional details, please apply or contact LHH Recruitment Solutions directly.



Pay Details: $28.00 to $31.00 per hour

Search managed by: Tracey Callahan

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance


Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.



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