Senior Payroll Administrator

Role Overview

• Manage the end-to-end payroll process for all associates, including earnings, deductions, garnishments, tax setup, adjustments, and reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and organizational payroll regulations, including tax requirements, garnishments, and wage laws.
• Manage payroll corrections, including prior quarter adjustments and year-end W-2 review and reconciliation.
• Partner with payroll vendor to resolve system issues, implement updates and ensure data accuracy.
• Oversee timekeeping processes, ensuring compliance with regulations and providing training and guidance to managers and associates.
• Maintain accurate associate data within the HRIS from hire to termination, including reporting and leading regular audits to resolve discrepancies.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for associates and leaders by providing guidance, resolving inquiries, and delivering a high-quality service experience.
• Safeguard sensitive payroll and compensation information with the highest level of confidentiality.
• Contribute to process improvement and support special projects, as needed.
• Other projects and duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 6–10 years of payroll administration experience, including senior-level responsibilities
• Deep expertise in end-to-end payroll processing, including bi-weekly payroll, garnishments, adjustments, bonuses, and reconciliation, with strong knowledge of federal, state, and local compliance requirements
• Proven ability to operate as a senior team member—leading processes, supporting peers, and driving accuracy in a deadline-driven, high-volume environment
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing demands
• Advanced proficiency with payroll systems, HRIS platforms, and Microsoft Office (particularly Excel)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-focused approach and the ability to partner effectively across teams and with external vendors
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Professional, polished, and service-oriented approach, with a commitment to continuous learning and staying current on payroll regulations.

Benefits

• Annual paid Charity Day to give back to a cause meaningful to you
• 100% employer paid medical health insurance premium option available
• Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Supportive team and leadership invested in your success