Payroll Specialist
Ironside Human Resources ‚Ä¢ Duluth, Minnesota ‚Ä¢ Full Time ‚Ä¢ $32–$42 / hour
Posted on Fri, Jul 24, 2026
Advance your Payroll career with a collaborative healthcare organization where accuracy, teamwork, and employee support are valued every day.
Pay: $32.00 - $42.00/hour
Payroll Specialist Opportunity:
- Full-Time | Permanent Position | MondayâFriday | Onsite
- Manage the full payroll cycle for an organization of approximately 100â130 employees, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing.
- Review and audit employee timecards, process payroll, run payroll reports, and communicate with employees and leadership regarding payroll-related questions.
- Maintain and support HRIS/payroll systems, including system configuration, updates, and troubleshooting (experience with systems such as SmartLinx, ADP, Workday, or similar HRIS platforms preferred).
- Process payroll for a workforce with multiple union contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and labor agreements.
- Report directly to the Chief Human Resources Officer while collaborating with the HR team to support payroll operations and continuous process improvement.
Payroll Specialist Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum 3 years of full-cycle payroll experience required.
- Experience processing payroll in a union environment preferred.
- Experience maintaining and configuring HRIS/payroll systems (SmartLinx, ADP, Workday, or similar).
- Exceptional attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage confidential information with accuracy and professionalism.
- Willingness to obtain the Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification within one year of employment.
The Surrounding Community:
- Located in a rural community offering a slower pace of life and an excellent work-life balance.
- Ideal opportunity for candidates relocating from Northern Minnesota or those seeking a quieter lifestyle.
- Enjoy a close-knit workplace where employees collaborate across departments and make a meaningful impact.
- Build a long-term career with an organization that values professional development, teamwork, and employee success.