Payroll Specialist (Detroit, MI, Houston, TX, or New Haven, CT)

Payroll Specialist

This is a hybrid role with possible work locations that include Detroit, MI, Houston, TX, and New Haven, CT. About Pvs Chemicals, Inc. Pvs enables our world through the safe and reliable delivery of chemistry, either created by us or sourced through trusted partners. The products and services that we provide touch everyone in some unique way. We are passionate about the work we do and abide by our guiding principles, The Nicholson Nine, to be a safe and sustainable chemical provider the world trusts. With a career at Pvs, you'll play a vital role in the daily lives of millions of people.

Under the general direction of the Payroll Director, the Payroll Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll for multiple companies operating across multiple states. This role manages full-cycle payroll processing for union, hourly, and salaried employees, while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations. The Payroll Specialist serves as a key resource for employees, managers, Human Resources, and Finance by providing exceptional customer service and resolving payroll-related inquiries promptly and accurately. This position requires strong analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, a thorough understanding of payroll laws and regulations, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume, multi-tasking environment with strict deadlines. The ideal candidate possesses advanced payroll knowledge, experience processing complex multi-state payrolls, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.

Primary Responsibilities (May include but not limited to):

• Payroll Processing
• Multi-State Payroll Compliance
• Employee Lifecycle Administration
• Leave Administration
• Reporting, Auditing and Reconciliation
• Employee Support and Customer Service
• Systems and Process Improvement

Required Education / Skills / Equivalent Experience (Prior to hire / transfer): Education and Experience

Technical Skills

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Location The position is hybrid, requiring a minimum of two (2) days per week onsite at Pvs Corporate Headquarters in Detroit, Michigan. Additional on-site attendance may be required based on business needs. New hires are required to attend in-office training up to four (4) days per week during their first 30 days of employment to support onboarding, training, and successful integration into the payroll team.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Pvs values diversity and is committed to upholding the laws and regulations published by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. As an equal opportunity employer, Pvs makes all employment-related decisions based upon qualifications, merit and business

Benefits Include : Paid Time Off Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Coverage Life Insurance Short Term Disability Health Savings Account 401K Matching

Applicants must be able to pass a drug screen and background check. Salary: Dependent on experience; $55,000 - $65,000