Payroll Auditing Specialist

About the Role

Powertech Energia is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Payroll Auditing Specialist to assist with reviewing payroll records, verifying employee compensation information, and ensuring payroll data is accurate and properly documented. The successful candidate will support payroll audits, identify discrepancies, review payment records, and help maintain compliance with company policies and applicable payroll regulations. This position is suitable for individuals with strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and an interest in payroll administration, accounting, and financial recordkeeping.

Key Responsibilities

• Review payroll records and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Verify employee salary, working hours, overtime, deductions, and payment information.
• Examine payroll transactions and identify discrepancies or unusual entries.
• Compare payroll reports with employee records and approved timekeeping information.
• Assist with conducting routine payroll audits and internal reviews.
• Check payroll calculations and identify potential errors.
• Review employee tax withholding and deduction records for consistency.
• Maintain accurate documentation of payroll audit findings.
• Investigate payroll discrepancies and coordinate corrections with relevant departments.
• Ensure payroll records are organized and properly maintained.
• Support compliance reviews related to payroll procedures and company policies.
• Prepare payroll audit reports, summaries, and supporting documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality when handling employee compensation and financial information.
• Assist with improving payroll procedures and internal controls.
• Follow established audit guidelines and applicable federal and state requirements.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Microsoft Excel and other office productivity tools.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic understanding of payroll processes and financial recordkeeping.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to handle confidential employee and financial information responsibly.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in payroll administration, accounting, auditing, or financial operations.
• Familiarity with payroll systems such as ADP, Paychex, or similar platforms.
• Understanding of U.S. payroll practices, including federal and state tax withholding.
• Knowledge of payroll reconciliation and internal control procedures.
• Experience preparing audit reports and reviewing financial documentation.
• Relevant certifications such as Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) are an advantage.