Payroll Specialist II

Company Description SMS Holdings is a service-focused company that provides customized solutions to support and elevate clients’ brands across multiple industries. With a “Whatever It Takes” mindset and decades of experience, the organization delivers commercial housekeeping, safety, managed staffing, and uniform services for high-traffic public and commercial facilities. Clients include airports, arenas, campuses, downtown districts, governments, hospitals, hotels, malls, parks, resorts, and stadiums throughout the United States. SMS Holdings emphasizes reliable processes, strong partnerships, and team members who are committed to integrating seamlessly with client operations. The company values people who care about service quality, collaboration, and long- Role Description The Payroll Specialist II is a full-time role responsible for managing accurate and timely payroll processing for a multi-site, multi-state workforce. This hybrid position is based in the Nashville Metropolitan Area, with a combination of on-site work and some work-from-home flexibility. Day-to-day responsibilities include preparing and reviewing payroll runs, maintaining employee payroll records, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations. The role involves administering garnishments and other payroll deductions, investigating and resolving payroll discrepancies, and responding to payroll-related inquiries from employees and managers. The Payroll Specialist II collaborates with HR, Finance, and operations teams to support audits, reporting, and continuous improvement of payroll processes. Qualifications Candidates should possess strong skills in payroll processing and payroll administration, including high attention to detail and accuracy. Candidates should possess experience with payroll taxes and payroll services, including compliance with multi-state tax and regulatory requirements. Candidates should possess expertise in garnishments and other statutory or court-ordered deductions, ensuring proper setup, calculation, and remittance. Candidates should possess proficiency with payroll systems and general office software (e.g., HRIS/payroll platforms, Excel, and related tools). Relevant qualifications include prior experience in a payroll specialist or similar role, preferably in a high-volume, multi-location environment. Additional beneficial qualifications include knowledge of labor laws, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and effective written and verbal communication abilities. Associate or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field is preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to maintain confidentiality, work both independently and collaboratively, and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced setting. #J-18808-Ljbffr