Payroll Analyst

Responsibilities Kforce's client in Tampa, FL is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to administer accurate and timely multi-state payroll processing. This role will manage bi-weekly payroll activities, employee data changes, payroll reconciliations, garnishments, reporting, and employee inquiries while ensuring compliance with applicable payroll regulations. Key Responsibilities: Process bi-weekly, multi-state payroll accurately and on schedule Review timekeeping data, payroll exceptions, and payroll reports for accuracy Process new hires, terminations, transfers, pay changes, deductions, and adjustments Process manual checks, stop payments, retroactive payments, and payroll corrections Administer garnishments and other payroll deductions Reconcile payroll prior to processing and validate completed payroll reports Process special payrolls, including bonuses and year-end adjustments Prepare monthly payroll reporting and support Accounting reconciliations Research and resolve employee and manager questions regarding payroll, taxes, PTO, banking, and deductions Support quarterly and year-end reporting, including W-2 processing Prepare wage and payroll reports for applicable agencies Maintain accurate payroll records and employee data Support internal and external payroll audits Develop ad hoc payroll and operational reports Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and controls Responsibilities Kforce's client in Tampa, FL is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to administer accurate and timely multi-state payroll processing. This role will manage bi-weekly payroll activities, employee data changes, payroll reconciliations, garnishments, reporting, and employee inquiries while ensuring compliance with applicable payroll regulations. Key Responsibilities: Process bi-weekly, multi-state payroll accurately and on schedule Review timekeeping data, payroll exceptions, and payroll reports for accuracy Process new hires, terminations, transfers, pay changes, deductions, and adjustments Process manual checks, stop payments, retroactive payments, and payroll corrections Administer garnishments and other payroll deductions Reconcile payroll prior to processing and validate completed payroll reports Process special payrolls, including bonuses and year-end adjustments Prepare monthly payroll reporting and support Accounting reconciliations Research and resolve employee and manager questions regarding payroll, taxes, PTO, banking, and deductions Support quarterly and year-end reporting, including W-2 processing Prepare wage and payroll reports for applicable agencies Maintain accurate payroll records and employee data Support internal and external payroll audits Develop ad hoc payroll and operational reports Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and controls Requirements 5+ years of multi-state payroll experience Strong knowledge of payroll processing from time entry through final reconciliation Knowledge of federal and state wage and hour requirements, including California Hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now (WFN) Experience with garnishments, deductions, payroll taxes, and year-end reporting Strong payroll reconciliation and reporting skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office with strong Excel skills Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to handle confidential information with integrity Preferred Qualifications Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) Experience with comprehensive ADP payroll processing Payroll accounting experience Experience supporting payroll audits and compliance activities Bilingual Spanish skills Key Skills Multi-State Payroll ADP Workforce Now Payroll Processing Payroll Reconciliations Garnishments Payroll Tax W-2 Reporting Wage & Hour Compliance Timekeeping Manual & Off-Cycle Payments Payroll Auditing Advanced Excel Employee Support Payroll Reporting Confidentiality & Compliance The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave. Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law. This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions. Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kforce Inc