Specialist - Payroll

Overview

This role involves supporting recurring payroll cycles with a focus on accuracy, consistency, confidentiality, and on-time processing. You will partner across HR, HRIS, Finance, Time & Attendance, and Payroll Tax to resolve issues and help ensure employees are paid correctly.

Responsibilities

• Process recurring payroll inputs, adjustments, and supporting documentation
• Review payroll files and adjustment records for accuracy and completeness
• Support payroll cycle activities, validations, close processes, and deadlines
• Coordinate with HRIS, Workforce Management, Time Services, Payroll Tax, Finance, and HR to resolve payroll issues
• Support approved corrections, adjustments, and off-cycle payments
• Maintain accurate payroll records, notes, and documentation
• Assist with reconciliations, audits, and standard control processes
• Identify incomplete information, recurring issues, and opportunities to strengthen consistency
• Ensure payroll information is complete, accurate, documented, and processed on time
• Take ownership of assigned activities and contribute to continuous improvement

Requirements

• 4–6 years of payroll experience
• Associate degree or equivalent required; Bachelor’s preferred
• Experience with HRIS or payroll platforms (ADP, UKG, or similar)
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Experience supporting payroll processes, reconciliations, audits, documentation, or process improvement
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy
• Strong communication skills and cross-functional partnership
• High discretion and professionalism with sensitive information

Preferred Qualifications

• Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC)

Compensation & Benefits

Full-Time

Location

• Remote
• Occasional exposure to manufacturing locations

Job Details

• Position: Payroll Specialist II
• Department: Human Resources
• Reports to: Supervisor, Payroll
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Job Category: Human Resources

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities