Homeoffice Payroll Processing Specialist chez HigherRing

About HigherRing:
HigherRing is the ethical outsourcing partner for socially responsible companies. We harness business as a force for good and partner with impact organizations to lighten their load and further their purpose. We create remote, impact employment where our team members and clients are valued and supported in their efforts to advance us all toward a more sustainable world. HigherRing is a B Corp, Living Wage US certified, and a 1% for the Planet member.

We Are Hiring For a Part-Time Position: Monday - Friday (20 hours a week)
(subject to change)

Payroll Processing Specialist Wage Information - $23.00-$24.00/hr

About the Role
HigherRing is seeking a detail-oriented Part-Time Payroll Processing Specialist with demonstrated experience using Sage100 Contractor payroll software and Workmax or similar. This role will ensure timely, accurate, and compliant payroll processing for our client, while supporting their people-focused and values-based approach to business.

The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of payroll best practices, enjoys working with numbers and people, and understands the importance of handling sensitive information with integrity and confidentiality.  They must be highly organized and detail-oriented.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately process weekly payroll using Sage 100 Contractor and Workmax.
   
• Maintain and update payroll records, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations
   
• Verify timesheets, employee classifications, and compensation changes
   
• Manage deductions (benefits, taxes, retirement contributions, etc.)
   
• Prepare and distribute pay statements and required payroll reports
   
• Support year-end payroll functions, including W-2s and tax filings
   
• Partner with HR and Finance to resolve discrepancies and answer employee payroll inquiries
• Nice to have: experience with union payroll and prevailing wage

What You’ll Need to Succeed

Professional Experience

• Proven experience as a Payroll Processor, Payroll Specialist, or similar role
   
• Proficiency with Sage payroll systems (required)
   
• Strong knowledge of payroll regulations, compliance, and best practices
   
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and accuracy
   
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
   
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Skills & Qualities

• Adaptable mindset with the ability to quickly build understanding in new areas
• Exceptional active listening and positive communication skills
• Resilience and a consistent positive attitude in challenging situations
• Strong technical aptitude across multiple browsers and digital communication tools
• Proactive communication style and documentation habits

Technical Requirements

• Dedicated, distraction-free home workspace with a door that closes
• Hardwired internet connection (Ethernet, not WiFi)
• Reliable high-speed internet (50+ Mbps download, 5+ Mbps upload)
• Fluent English required; additional languages beneficial

PLEASE be sure to (1) fully answer all the application questions, (2) add your resume, and (3) include a cover letter! (We cannot consider your application  without all three submissions.)

HigherRing is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital status, or military status, in any of its activities or operations.

Further, we are looking for people who want to use their power for good. We believe in a woman's right to choose, that everyone deserves to be able to easily vote, that guns should be regulated with at least the same laws applicable to car ownership (licensing and insurance), that we should be vaccinated and wear masks during a pandemic, that white supremacy is a past and growing problem, that humans are responsible for climate change and that it presents a clear and present danger to life on this earth. If those concepts don't align with your worldview, we may not be the employer for you.

​OUR  BENEFITS PACKAGE INCLUDES:

• Employee (not contractor) status at an exciting, socially-minded company
• Paid training
• Option to participate in medical, dental, and vision insurance programs (we cover 75+% of the basic plan premium)
• 401(k) plan with a 2% match contribution
• Paid vacation after your first year
• Paid sick leave 
• A financial wellness and coaching program - 0% loans to help pay down debt
• Opportunity for everyone to be an owner in the company.  Our Employee Stock Incentive Plan is offered to all employees.
• An opportunity to work from home, reducing your carbon footprint, commute time and expense, and wardrobe and food costs!
• Opportunities for growth and advancement - our entire management team started on the phones!
• A fast-paced work environment where Team Member input is valued, and where mutual respect and camaraderie are a significant part of our culture.

NOTE: 

Currently, we are able to hire in the following states only. Please only apply if you live in and would be working from one of these states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Lousiana, Maine, Maryland, Mississippi, Nevada, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia and Wisconsin.

Ready To Take The Next Steps?
Visit our Careers page at HigherRing Careers to take the first steps!

Please be sure to (1) fully answer all the application questions, (2) add your resume, and (3) include a cover letter!  We can’t consider you without all three submissions.