Senior Payroll Processer

Overview

A global high-tech engineering organization specializing in mining, rock processing, machining, and digital machining solutions is seeking a Payroll Specialist. The organization serves customers in over 150 countries and focuses on developing advanced equipment, tools, digital solutions, and services that enhance productivity, safety, and sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Audit payroll calculations to ensure accuracy, including time and attendance, garnishments, tax withholdings, 401(k) contributions, and employee healthcare contribution withholdings.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and company policies.
• Accurately enter and update payroll data in the payroll system in a timely manner.
• Prepare and distribute payroll reports such as earnings summaries, taxes, deductions, leave, non-taxable wages, and other legally or company-mandated reports.
• Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing relevant information.
• Provide clear and responsive support to employees regarding payroll inquiries and issues.
• Collaborate with HR, finance, and other departments to ensure seamless payroll processing and accurate data.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of payroll transactions and documentation.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to the development and implementation of payroll best practices.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or equivalent experience in payroll processing.
• 5-7 years of payroll administration experience in a multi-state organization.
• Experience with taxation and payroll compliance.
• Proficient in end-to-end payroll processing including pre-commit audits and validations.
• Basic understanding of local, state, and federal tax regulations and ability to access current information.
• Knowledge of shift differentials, premiums, and Department of Labor regulatory requirements including overtime and bonus calculations.
• Proficiency in payroll software; experience with Dayforce (formerly Ceridian) payroll system is strongly preferred.
• Strong skills in MS Office Suite, especially Excel, MS Teams, and Microsoft O365 applications.
• Preferred experience with Copilot or comparable Large-Language-Model AI tools, including agent creation and use.

Capabilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience auditing payroll work for compliance and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to handle sensitive and confidential information discreetly.
• Ability to communicate clearly with non-experts in both written and spoken forms.
• Customer service oriented with the ability to anticipate needs, respond timely, and follow through on commitments.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Experience documenting processes, procedures, and statements of work.
• Self-starter who works independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Highly organized with the ability to support development, documentation, training, and implementation of system updates and work processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Payroll certification such as APA, CPP, or FPC is a plus.
• Specialized certification or training in payroll administration is preferred but not required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $55,000 to $83,000, depending on experience.
• Eligibility for an annual bonus opportunity.

Location

Not specified.

The organization is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.