About the Company & Opportunity
• A reputable St. Joseph, MI company is looking for a reliable Payroll Specialist to manage payroll functions and ensure accurate, timely employee compensation.
• This Payroll Specialist will oversee full-cycle payroll processing, tax reporting, and compliance for a diverse workforce.
• The company offers excellent benefits, a supportive management team, and strong community roots.
• Ideal for a proactive Payroll Specialist who thrives in a fast-paced environment and values accuracy and organization.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
• Established Employer – Trusted St. Joseph business with long-term stability and a collaborative culture.
• Comprehensive Role – The Payroll Specialist will manage all aspects of payroll, reporting, and compliance.
• Team-Oriented Setting – Partner with HR and accounting teams to improve processes.
• Growth Opportunities – Room to advance within HR, accounting, or finance.
Key Responsibilities
• Process weekly and biweekly payroll cycles for all employees.
• Audit timesheets and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Manage payroll deductions, garnishments, and benefit changes.
• Prepare and file quarterly payroll tax reports.
• Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws.
• Support internal and external audits related to payroll.
Core Competencies
• 2–5 years of payroll processing experience in a high-volume or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of payroll tax laws and wage/hour regulations.
• Experience with major payroll systems (ADP, Paycor, or Paychex).
• Strong Excel and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication abilities.
Location: St. Joseph, MI
Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday
Compensation: $49,920–$60,320 annually
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Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.
CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.
Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.