Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

Addison Group is partnering with a growing organization to identify a Payroll Specialist for a temp-to-permanent opportunity. This position is responsible for managing full-cycle, multi-state payroll while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with certified payroll, prevailing wage, and/or union payroll and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Process full-cycle, multi-state payroll accurately and on schedule, including direct deposits and manual checks.
• Review and verify employee timesheets to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Prepare and submit certified payroll reports, prevailing wage documentation, and union payroll reporting as required.
• Process payroll tax filings, garnishments, child support orders, and other required employee withholdings.
• Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Process employee expense reimbursements and maintain accurate payroll documentation for audit purposes.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve payroll-related issues in a timely manner.
• Prepare payroll reports and assist with internal audits and payroll reconciliations.
• Partner with Human Resources and Accounting to support month-end activities and maintain payroll accuracy.
• Perform additional payroll and administrative responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of full-cycle, in-house payroll processing experience.
• Experience processing multi-state payroll.
• Required experience with certified payroll, prevailing wage, and/or union payroll.
• Construction industry payroll experience is strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of payroll laws, tax regulations, and payroll best practices.
• Experience processing garnishments, payroll tax filings, and employee deductions.
• Accounting background or related coursework is preferred.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and organizational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree is preferred but not required.

EEO Statement

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.