Payroll Specialist-HIRING

Payroll Specialist

The Payroll Specialist plays a key role within the Human Resources team by managing end-to-end payroll processes and ensuring strict adherence to regulatory and internal compliance standards. In this position, you will leverage your payroll and accounting expertise to process accurate and timely payroll, conduct payroll and compensation audits, and maintain audit readiness across multiple programs. You will collaborate closely with HR, Accounting, and external partners to resolve payroll issues, support continuous improvement, and uphold a high standard of data integrity and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end payroll accurately and on time for a multi-state workforce, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and company policies.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of payroll calculations and processing to manage complex pay scenarios, including regular pay, overtime, bonuses, and other compensation elements.
• Support and conduct payroll and compensation audits, identifying discrepancies, documenting findings, and implementing corrective actions.
• Partner with internal stakeholders in HR and Accounting to address audit findings, resolve payroll issues, and enhance payroll processes and controls.
• Maintain audit readiness across payroll programs by ensuring documentation, processes, and records are complete, accurate, and up to date.
• Utilize HRIS and payroll systems, such as UKG and SAP or similar platforms, to enter, validate, and reconcile payroll data.
• Ensure the integrity of payroll data by reviewing reports, performing reconciliations, and monitoring for errors or irregularities.
• Apply payroll and accounting principles, practices, and reporting requirements to support accurate financial and compliance reporting.
• Safeguard sensitive employee and payroll information by following strict confidentiality and data protection standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support continuous improvement initiatives, streamline payroll workflows, and enhance system utilization.
• Provide responsive support to internal stakeholders regarding payroll-related inquiries, policies, and procedures.
• Stay informed about changes in payroll regulations, systems, and best practices to ensure ongoing compliance and process optimization.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience in payroll processing with in-depth knowledge of payroll calculation and end-to-end payroll operations.
• Bachelor's Degree in accounting, human resources, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of experience in payroll, accounting, or a closely related discipline.
• Strong knowledge and expertise in payroll and accounting principles, practices, processes, reporting, and systems.
• Hands-on experience with HRIS and payroll software, with familiarity in platforms such as UKG and SAP or similar systems.
• Ability to manage and analyze payroll data with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal payroll policies.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of professionalism and integrity in handling confidential and sensitive employee information.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Payroll certification, such as APA or CPP, is preferred.
• Experience working within a multi-state payroll environment.
• Experience in an HR team setting supporting a diverse workforce.
• Experience conducting payroll and compensation audits and maintaining audit readiness.
• Comfort working with evolving systems and processes in a growing, financially strong organization.
• Interest in continuous learning and adapting to new payroll technologies and best practices.

Work Environment

This role is part of a collaborative Human Resources team that supports a multi-state workforce in a financially strong organization with more than 80 years of proven success. You will work closely with HR and Accounting partners in a fast-paced environment that requires precision, reliability, and strong organizational skills. The position involves extensive use of HRIS and payroll systems such as UKG and SAP or comparable platforms, with a strong emphasis on managing sensitive employee data and maintaining strict confidentiality. The culture values adaptability, continuous learning, and long-term success, offering opportunities to expand your expertise while contributing to a stable and growing business.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenix, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 – $85000.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: – Medical, dental & vision – Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital – 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available – Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) – Short and long-term disability – Health Spending Account (HSA) – Transportation benefits – Employee Assistance Program – Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Phoenix, AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 18, 2026.