Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

Wichita, KS | Full-Time | $50,000 (Salaried)

Your Next Step

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team in Wichita, KS. This isn’t just another payroll role — it’s a chance to build a long-term career in a company that invests in its people. At Elite Staffing Solutions, we provide hands-on training, mentorship from experienced leaders, and clear pathways for advancement. Many of our team members have started in support roles and grown into leadership positions.

In this role, you’ll gain hands-on experience with specialized pay structures — including certified and prevailing wage, per diem, shift differentials, and travel allowances. This experience will strengthen your payroll and compliance skills beyond the basics, making you more valuable in the payroll and HR fields. You’ll be part of a close-knit team that supports one another, recognizes hard work, and thrives in a fast-paced, exciting environment. Most importantly, your work will directly impact hundreds of employees and play a vital role in the success of one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry.

Where You’ll Make an Impact

• Accurately enter employee time and payroll data into systems
• Validate data for accuracy and completeness prior to processing
• Use Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office to prepare reports and maintain records
• Manage job-specific pay conditions, including certified/prevailing wage, per diem, shift differentials, and travel allowances
• Assist with payroll adjustments, garnishments, and special payroll cases
• Answer payroll-related questions from employees with professionalism and accuracy
• Follow company policies and all legal requirements for data privacy and record retention
• Support payroll compliance processes and audits as needed
• Maintain organized documentation for reporting and accountability
• Partner with HR and Operations to ensure smooth payroll processes
• Take ownership of tasks while learning new payroll systems and compliance requirements
• Gain exposure to payroll functions that will advance your career
• Contribute to a culture of teamwork, recognition, and continuous improvement

Skills & Experience We Value

• 1–2 years of payroll, accounting, or administrative support experience preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills for supporting employees with payroll inquiries
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism
• Growth mindset and interest in building a long-term career in payroll, HR, or operations

How to Stand Out

• Prior experience in payroll operations or staffing industry payroll
• Familiarity with specialized pay conditions such as prevailing wage, shift differentials, or per diem
• Desire for career advancement into leadership or HR/operations roles

Your Path Forward

• Full-time, in-office role based in Wichita, KS
• Starting pay: $50,000 annually
• Career development opportunities in payroll, HR, and operations leadership
• Work in a culture that values people, growth, and recognition

Elite Staffing Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.