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.
• Enter and update payroll data accurately and in a timely manner.
• Prepare and distribute payroll reports such as earnings summaries, taxes, deductions, leave, and non-taxable wages.
• Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing relevant information.
• Provide support to employees regarding payroll inquiries and issues with clear and responsive communication.
• Collaborate with HR, finance, and other departments to ensure seamless payroll processing and accurate data.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of payroll transactions and documentation, ensuring confidentiality and security of employee information.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to the development and implementation of payroll best practices.

Qualifications

• Associates 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 MS Excel, MS Teams, and Microsoft O365 applications.
• Experience using AI tools such as Copilot or comparable Large-Language-Model AI, particularly in agent creation, is preferred.

Capabilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience auditing payroll work for compliance and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information discreetly.
• Customer service oriented with the ability to meet and exceed customer needs and expectations.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Experience documenting processes, procedures, and statements of work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; proactive and self-motivated.
• 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.
• Eligible for an annual bonus opportunity.

Location

Not specified.