Payroll Support

Overview

The Squires Group is seeking a detail‑oriented and reliable Payroll Support professional for a multi-year role providing back‑fill assistance to our client during a major system implementation. In this role, you will support payroll processing, reconciliation, and employee pay inquiries to ensure continuity of operations throughout the transition period. You will work closely with payroll and HR teams to maintain accurate, compliant, and timely payroll activities.

This role is onsite in Kingston, RI
, and is open to Green Card Holders and U.S. Citizens
.

• Provide back‑fill support for payroll processing during system implementation.
• Assist with payroll reconciliation activities to ensure accurate pay and proper financial alignment.
• Respond to employee pay inquiries and help resolve payroll‑related issues.
• Support payroll operations by maintaining documentation and assisting with regular processing cycles.
• Ensure adherence to payroll compliance requirements and reporting standards.

• Experience with payroll processing in a complex or high‑volume environment.
• Experience working with HRIS systems, including People Soft/PSFT.
• Experience working in a higher education environment.
• Strong understanding of payroll compliance, regulations, and reporting.
• Ability to handle confidential information with accuracy and professionalism.
• Strong attention to detail and customer‑service‑oriented communication skills.

• W2 Hourly rate: $33 - $37. Pay rates are based on experience and qualifications and are subject to change at any time.
• Benefits vary by compensation type and may include paid time off (PTO), medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, long‑term disability insurance, a 401(k) plan, and additional optional benefits.

• Our Commitment to You - We offer competitive pay, multi‑year projects, and a list of exciting clients.
• Work‑Life Balance - We work hard; we work smart and have quality time for family and "life."
• Golden Rule - We treat our consultants the way we want to be treated: with integrity, professionalism, and trust.
• We Care About You – We help you meet your career goals and continuously support your efforts in the field.

The Squires Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.