Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

Location: Detroit, MI
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (some flexibility with start times)
Work Environment: Fully On-site | Paid Parking Provided
Compensation: $30–$34/hour

LHH Recruitment Solutions is supporting a client in Detroit, MI in their search for a Payroll Specialist. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity offering stability, competitive pay, and the chance to join a collaborative, on-site team environment.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Process full-cycle payroll accurately and timely on a recurring basis

• Maintain and update employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, and changes

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations

• Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies

• Respond to employee payroll inquiries professionally and promptly

• Partner with HR and Accounting teams to ensure accurate data flow and reporting

• Support payroll audits and year-end processing as needed

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Qualifications:

• Previous payroll processing experience required

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

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Proficiency with payroll systems and Microsoft Excel

• Ability to work on-site and meet consistent payroll deadlines

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

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Why This Opportunity:

• Contract-to-hire path with long-term potential

• Competitive hourly compensation

• Fully on-site role with paid parking in Detroit

• Stable Monday–Friday schedule with some start-time flexibility

• Support and career guidance through LHH Recruitment Solutions

Pay Details: $30.00 to $34.00 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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• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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