HR - Analyst - Payroll (Senior Level)

4-month contract with a potential for extension in Hebron, KY. W2 contract; candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and able to sit on Primary Talent Partners W2 without sponsorship. ACA-compliant supplemental package available for enrollment.

About the role

This position reports to the Payroll Manager – Americas and is part of the Corporate organization. As a Senior Payroll Specialist, you will serve as a key point of contact for employee inquiries and issue resolution as part of the #PayrollTransformation initiative.

Responsibilities

• Process complex multi-country payrolls with precision and timeliness.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state/provincial, and local payroll regulations.
• Manage off-cycle payments, adjustments, and final pay calculations.
• Prepare and submit required filings and reports (e.g., W-2, T4).
• Validate and correct payroll data prior to processing.
• Escalate and resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Recommend process improvements and automation opportunities.
• Interpret payroll policies across jurisdictions.
• Maintain and audit employee payroll records, including tax withholdings, benefits, and direct deposits.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure data accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Collaborate on payroll system upgrades, integrations, and configuration to ensure regional consistency.
• Support the rollout of standardized payroll workflows across the Americas.
• Support documentation and implementation of standardized payroll procedures.
• Provide input on harmonization milestones and system enhancements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business or minimum 7 years of related payroll experience.
• Strong knowledge of payroll regulations across the U.S., Canada, and LATAM.
• 5+ years of experience processing complex payroll in a multi-state environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in payroll systems such as ADP, Workday, SAP, or Dayforce.
• Spanish and/or Portuguese language skills for LATAM support.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and reconciliation.
• Effective communication skills for engaging with employees and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-country operational environment.
• Proven problem-solving abilities to troubleshoot payroll issues and implement solutions.

Pay

$23.00 – $25.00/hour. W2 contract; no PTO or benefits provided.

Schedule

4-month contract with potential for extension.