Senior Payroll Specialist

Job Summary Under general supervision, the Senior Payroll Specialist independently performs accurate, timely payroll processing, resolves complex payroll issues, and supports end to end daily and weekly payroll operations in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Understand and execute full On‑Cycle (end‑to‑end) weekly and biweekly payroll processing for approximately 60,000 U.S. multi‑state salaried and hourly employees, ensuring accurate validation, reconciliation, HSDL loads, special transactions and payments, and third‑party files and funding. Process regular and Mass Off‑Cycle payrolls, ensuring pays are entered and calculated accurately, properly approved, and processed in accordance with established payroll policies and schedule. Process payroll banking transactions, including stop payments, direct deposit rejects, and reversals, ensuring timely payment and/or resolution. Run, prepare, and format reports to evaluate and analyze data accuracy, identify discrepancies, and support payroll reconciliation and audits. Research and resolve general inquiries in a timely, accurate, and professional manner, ensuring issues are addressed in accordance with payroll policies and service expectations. Work collaboratively with payroll team members and cross‑functional partners to ensure service commitments are met, issues are resolved in a timely manner, and payroll operations are effectively supported. Work with applicable suppliers and vendors as required to address issues, coordinate resolutions, and ensure timely and accurate completion of payroll‑related activities. Identify opportunities for process improvement related to reconciliation, controls, efficiency, and accuracy that align with departmental and organizational goals. Qualifications Required Qualifications High School Diploma or GED (accredited). 4 years of relevant work experience. Preferred Qualifications Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP). Maintain consistent attendance and punctuality. Self‑starter and team player; able to work both collaboratively and independently with minimal supervision. Effective interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) with a consistently positive attitude. Strong attention to detail and accuracy, combined with analytical, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills. Effectively prioritise workload and tasks to meet daily payroll deadlines. Exceptional organisational and time‑management skills. Flexibility to adjust quickly to unexpected demands and changes without compromising quality. Ability to manage sensitive information confidentially. Provide excellent customer service to employees and stakeholders. Excel skills including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, data manipulation and analysis. Knowledge of Oracle HCM Cloud, Service Now and UKG Timekeeper. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite: Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc. Physical Requirements Repetitive motions. Eye / hand / foot coordination. Talking. Hearing. Office: This job primarily operates in a professional office environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, etc. Benefits At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short term disability. In addition, a stock purchase plan with a company match on 401K, paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Benefits may vary by site. Equal Employment Opportunity For United States: WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. For Canada: WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation. Real ID In order to travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires individuals to have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons or service federal property. Accordingly, successful candidates must have or be willing to obtain a REAL ID or TSA‑approved alternative. Job Info Job Identification 2348446 Job Category Payroll Posting Date 06/08/2026, 08:10 PM Job Schedule Full time Locations 800 CAPITOL ST STE 3000, HOUSTON, TX, 77002, US (Hybrid) #J-18808-Ljbffr Waste Management