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Payroll Specialist

$31 - $34 per hour

LHH Recruitment Solutions

Title: Union Payroll Specialist

Compensation: $31-$34/hour

Schedule: 100% onsite, Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Reports to: Payroll Manager

Position Overview

The Union Payroll Specialist is responsible for supporting the payroll function in a high-volume, multi-state environment. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, maintaining compliance, and supporting employees with payroll-related inquiries. The position requires strong attention to detail, the ability to manage complex union payroll requirements, and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.

Key Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll for approximately 700 employees across multiple states and union agreements

• Audit time and attendance data to ensure accuracy and compliance

• Maintain payroll records and ensure data integrity within the system

• Reconcile payroll discrepancies and resolve employee inquiries in a timely manner

• Assist with federal, state, and local payroll tax compliance and reporting

• Prepare payroll reports and support internal and external audits

• Collaborate with internal teams to address payroll-related issues and improve processes

• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information

• Communicate updates and escalate issues to leadership as needed

Qualifications

• 2+ years of payroll or related experience

• Experience processing high-volume, multi-state payroll

• Union payroll experience strongly preferred

• Proficiency in payroll systems (experience with Dayforce preferred)

• Strong Excel and general computer skills

• Excellent organizational, multitasking, and prioritization abilities

• Strong communication skills and a professional, team-oriented approach

• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• High level of discretion and attention to detail

Preferred Experience

• 5+ years of payroll or accounting experience

• Experience working with complex union agreements and requirements

Team and Work Environment

• Collaborative team of three payroll professionals

• Team-oriented culture with open communication and idea sharing

• Independent work style with minimal micromanagement

• Fast-paced environment with defined weekly payroll cycles

Benefits

• Competitive compensation

• Incentive bonus opportunity

• 401(k) with employer match

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Flexible spending account options

• Life and disability insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

Pay Details: $31.00 to $34.00 per hour

Search managed by: Austin Pellissier


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Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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