Senior Payroll Processer

Overview

A global high-tech engineering organization is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their team. The employer serves customers worldwide in mining, rock processing, machining, and digital machining solutions. This role involves ensuring accurate payroll processing, compliance with regulations, and providing excellent employee support.

Responsibilities

• Audit payroll calculations including time and attendance, garnishments, tax withholdings, 401(k) contributions, and 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 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 confidential payroll records and documentation.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to 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.
• 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) preferred.
• Strong skills in MS Office Suite, especially Excel, MS Teams, and Microsoft O365 applications.
• Experience with Copilot or comparable Large-Language-Model AI tools preferred.

Capabilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to audit own work and others' for compliance and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Customer service oriented with the ability to meet and exceed expectations.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to document processes, procedures, and statements of work.
• Self-starter who can work independently and collaboratively.
• Proactive in seeking solutions and supporting system updates and process improvements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Payroll certification such as APA, CPP, or FPC is a plus.
• Specialized training or certification 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.

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 protected characteristic by law.