Payroll Specialist

About the role

This position plays a vital role in ensuring every paycheck reflects accuracy, care, and trust. It’s about honoring the contributions of our people by delivering timely and precise payroll across multiple states. With a commitment to compliance and integrity, this role supports a seamless payroll experience that strengthens confidence and connection within our workforce.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees across multiple states with accuracy and timeliness.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, tax regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Calculate overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, and retroactive pay with precision and fairness.
• Maintain accurate payroll records, including deductions, garnishments, and benefit contributions.
• Review payroll registers and reports for accuracy; research and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Partner with HR on new hires, terminations, pay changes, timekeeping, and benefits updates to ensure a smooth employee experience.
• Serve as a trusted resource for employees, responding to inquiries regarding pay, taxes, deductions, and payroll policies with clarity and care.
• Prepare and submit payroll tax filings and assist with internal and external audits.
• Uphold strict confidentiality and protect sensitive employee information at all times.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of payroll processing experience for hourly and salaried employees preferred.
• Strong knowledge of payroll laws, wage and hour regulations, and payroll best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll systems; experience with UKG is a plus.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Clear and professional communication skills.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional discretion when handling confidential information.

About the company

Specialty Building Products is the leading distributor of specialty building products in North America. SBP operates under the brands U.S. LUMBER, Alexandria Moulding, REEB Millwork, DW Distribution, Millwork Sales, OrePac, and Amerhart. We serve the U.S. and 8 provinces in Canada from over 61 locations. Here at SBP we are a people-first organization, our team is built upon strong culture and standards for success. We value your perspective and want to learn more about you with a commitment to laying the foundation for you to build a successful career with us.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision (effective the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment).
• Company-Paid Life Insurance & Disability.
• 401(k) with Company Match.
• Company-Paid Time Off.
• Paid Holidays & Floating Holidays.
• Additional perks.