Contract Payroll Clerk

Payroll Clerk (Contractor – 1099)

Ascension Recovery Services

About Us
Ascension Recovery Services partners with behavioral health and recovery facilities nationwide, providing operational, clinical, and compliance expertise. We are looking for a skilled Payroll Clerk (1099 contractor) to support our finance and HR teams with accurate, timely payroll processing across multiple entities.

Role Overview
As a contractor Payroll Clerk, you will manage payroll functions, review timesheets, process wage adjustments, and ensure compliance with payroll regulations. This is a 1099 contract role (not W2 employment) with flexible hours and the ability to work remotely.

What You’ll Do

• Process bi-weekly payroll for multiple entities and facilities.


• Review and audit employee timesheets and PTO submissions.


• Enter and update payroll data, deductions, and garnishments.


• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage & hour laws.


• Maintain accurate payroll records and prepare payroll reports.


• Provide payroll support to HR and Finance teams as needed.


• Answer employee questions and resolve payroll discrepancies promptly.

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years of payroll experience (multi-entity or healthcare payroll preferred).


• Strong understanding of wage and hour laws, payroll tax, and deductions.


• Proficiency with payroll and HRIS systems (BambooHR a plus).


• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.


• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality with sensitive payroll data.


• Organized, reliable, and able to meet deadlines.

Contract Details

• Status: 1099 Contractor 


• Schedule: Flexible, approx. 15–25 hours per week (varies by pay cycle and project needs)


• Location: Remote, with potential occasional onsite needs (If based in Orlando)


• Compensation: Competitive hourly rate, based on experience

How to Apply
If you’re an experienced payroll professional seeking a flexible 1099 opportunity, please submit your resume and a brief note about your experience with multi-entity payroll.