Senior Payroll Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Payroll Specialist

Location: Greater Minneapolis/St. Paul area, MN (hybrid role; local candidates only)

Pay Rate: $75,000 - $85,000 annually

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k), pet insurance, PTO, long-term disability, short-term disability, FSA & HSA. eligible for medical, dental, vision and 401K (direct hire)

Overview:

Our client is seeking a Senior Payroll Specialist to oversee and execute high-volume payroll operations across a multi-entity environment. This role is ideal for a payroll professional with strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex payroll scenarios including union payroll and labor compliance requirements. The individual will play a key role in ensuring payroll accuracy, compliance, and timeliness while partnering closely with HR and accounting teams.

Experience with high-volume payroll processing and labor compliance tracking (including union or LCP) is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end payroll for a large employee population across multiple pay groups
• Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, deductions, and benefit withholdings
• Manage and maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
• Handle union payroll requirements, including dues, fringe benefits, and contract adherence
• Support Labor Compliance Program (LCP) tracking and reporting as needed
• Reconcile payroll data and assist with month-end and year-end close activities
• Address employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner

Qualifications

• 4–7+ years of payroll experience, including high-volume processing
• Experience with union payroll and/or labor compliance tracking (LCP) strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of payroll laws, tax regulations, and reporting requirements
• High level of accuracy and ability to manage sensitive, confidential information
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in payroll systems and Microsoft Excel

Why Work with Addison Finance & Accounting?

• Competitive Pay: We advocate for strong compensation aligned with your experience
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and performance-based incentives
• Career Growth: Many of our consultants convert to full-time hires
• Exclusive Access: Direct connections to hiring managers at top employers
• Flexible Opportunities: Projects tailored to your background and goals
• Dedicated Support: Resume tips, interview prep, and offer negotiations included

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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