Payroll Specialist

Responsibilities

• Process high-volume payroll for union and non-union employees across multiple U.S. states and Canada
• Prepare and process certified payroll and all required weekly and monthly reporting
• Administer multi-state, multi-union payroll while ensuring compliance with collective bargaining agreements
• Maintain employee payroll records, earnings, deductions, garnishments, taxes, and benefit withholdings
• Prepare union reports, remittances, and government filings accurately and on time
• Partner with HR and Finance regarding payroll changes, audits, and compliance initiatives
• Aid with internal and external payroll audits by providing supporting documentation and analysis
• Stay current on payroll legislation, tax regulations, labor requirements, and Canadian payroll requirements
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, controls, and overall efficiency

Requirements

• 3+ years of payroll experience supporting high-volume, multi-state payroll
• Experience processing union payroll and interpreting collective bargaining agreements
• Certified payroll reporting experience is highly desirable
• Working knowledge of payroll tax regulations, wage and hour laws, and compliance requirements
• Experience with payroll software and advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving abilities
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Certified payroll reporting experience is highly desirable
• Working knowledge of payroll tax regulations, wage and hour laws, and compliance requirements
• Experience with payroll software and advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving abilities
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment