US Payroll specialist

What You Will Do

• Own end-to-end payroll transaction processing to ensure accurate and timely pay for US employees, including special pay, adjustments, deductions, garnishments, and off-cycle payroll.
• Resolve payroll-related inquiries and discrepancies by investigating payroll data, partnering with stakeholders, and communicating clear outcomes to employees and partners.
• Ensure payroll practices meet federal, state, and local regulations, internal policies, and audit requirements to maintain compliance and reduce risk.
• Collaborate with Payroll Operations, HR, Finance, and IT to diagnose system issues, implement fixes, and support payroll system enhancements.
• Drive process improvements and automation opportunities to increase efficiency, reduce manual effort, and strengthen internal controls.
• Stay current with US payroll legislation and payroll technology trends, sharing relevant updates and recommendations with the team.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in US payroll processing or payroll operations.
• Proven experience processing payroll transactions including special pays, garnishments, and off-cycle payroll runs.
• Strong knowledge of US payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance standards.
• Experience with payroll systems (e.g., SAP, ADP, Ceridian) and familiarity with HCM platforms (e.g., Workday, Infor, SuccessFactors).

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience with payroll audits, compliance activities, and remediation planning.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, payroll reporting tools, and familiarity with automation tools or scripting for payroll processes.
• Analytical mindset with demonstrated ability to analyze complex payroll data and resolve discrepancies.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to act as a trusted advisor on payroll transaction matters.
• Track record of driving process improvements and implementing automation to reduce risk and increase efficiency.