About the role

  • Senior Payroll Specialist responsible for accurate payroll processing and compliance at Core States Group. Maintaining data integrity and supporting audits as part of the payroll team.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and process bi-weekly payrolls, ensuring accuracy in hours, deductions, and pay adjustments.
  • Manage all payroll taxes and reconciliation in partnership with our HRIS Smart Compliance team.
  • Maintain employee payroll records for new hires, terminations, and changes.
  • Audit payroll reports for accuracy and resolve discrepancies before processing.
  • Support year-end activities including W-2 preparation, tax filings, and reconciliations.
  • Partner with Finance and Accounting to verify payroll data and GL postings.
  • Maintain accuracy of employee data within HRIS and timekeeping systems
  • Audit and verify timekeeping data for compliance with policies and pay rules.
  • Run standard and ad hoc reports to support HR, payroll, and compliance needs.
  • Identify and correct data inconsistencies to maintain system integrity.
  • Assist with audits including payroll tax, workers’ compensation, and benefits compliance.
  • Generate and review reports for management to support data-driven decisions.
  • Respond to employee questions regarding pay and HR policies in a professional and approachable manner.
  • Prepare clear written communications about payroll schedules, benefit deadlines, and policy updates.
  • Maintain confidentiality and accuracy in all employee-related matters.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field preferred
  • Payroll or HR certification preferred
  • 5+ years of proven experience in the Payroll field
  • Working knowledge of payroll and accounting principles and practices
  • Experience working with accounting, payroll and HRIS software in a similar role
  • Specifically, ADP WorkForce Now and DelTek VantagePoint experience preferred
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and general computer systems. (i.e. VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, etc.)

Benefits

  • COMPENSATION – Competitive wages and bonus programs
  • RETIREMENT – We offer a great 401(k) match to help you invest in your future and grow your retirement savings with confidence.
  • HEALTHCARE – Excellent health benefits, life insurance options, and supplemental benefit options, giving you the flexibility to choose the coverage that best fits your needs and lifestyle.
  • VACATION – Generous PTO time to help you recharge, relax, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
  • PERKS – Team wellness challenges, Costco membership reimbursement, half-day Fridays during summer months + much more!
  • WORK-LIFE BALANCE – A flexible work environment that supports a healthy work-life balance, whether you’re in the office, working remotely, or somewhere in between.
  • PAID PARENTAL LEAVE – Four weeks of fully paid parental leave to give you time to bond with your new addition and support your growing family.
  • TUITION REIMBURSEMENT – Advance your education with support! We offer tuition reimbursement to support your learning journey.

Job title

Senior Payroll Specialist

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

$90,000 - $105,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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