Senior Payroll Administrator

Schedule

Monday - Friday, in-office with the possibility of a hybrid schedule as determined by the manager.

Pay

$70,000 - $73,000 annually, depending on experience.

Location

Garner, NC. Full time, in-office.

Responsibilities

• Review payroll data, perform audits and reconciliations, and resolve discrepancies prior to payroll finalization.
• Support accurate and timely payroll processing in accordance with established procedures and deadlines.
• Research and resolve complex payroll inquiries, adjustments, and escalations with a high level of accuracy and professionalism.
• Partner with the Payroll & Administration Manager to support daily payroll operations and priority initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with payroll procedures, internal controls, wage and hour regulations, and payroll tax requirements.
• Maintain organized payroll records, documentation, and audit-ready files.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and Operations to ensure payroll-related changes are processed accurately and efficiently.
• Identify recurring issues, process gaps, and improvement opportunities to strengthen payroll accuracy, consistency, and efficiency.
• Support payroll system updates, testing, implementations, and process enhancements.
• Provide guidance and support to payroll team members as needed.
• Handle confidential employee and payroll information with discretion and sound judgment.

Requirements

• 5+ years of payroll processing and/or payroll administration experience.
• 3+ years of experience performing payroll audits and reconciliations in a high-volume, multi-state payroll environment.
• 3+ years of experience supporting payroll tax and compliance requirements.
• Experience processing payroll for a workforce of 1,000+ employees across multiple states.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to independently research and resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills with a commitment to accuracy, confidentiality, and follow-through.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency with payroll systems, Microsoft Excel, and reporting tools.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across departments and adapt to changing business needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Paylocity and/or ADP.
• Experience identifying and improving payroll processes.
• Payroll certification such as CPP.

Physical Requirements

On a continuous basis, will work in an office environment, sit at a desk for a long period of time, and intermittently answer the telephone and use a computer to communicate. On an occasional basis in the performance of duties, may be required to walk, stand, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k).
• Paid Vacation.
• Select Holidays.
• Overtime Opportunities.
• On-site Facilities.
• Career Development Opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with full range of wellness services for employees and their families.

About WGNSTAR

WGNSTAR is a dynamic and growing company with a global footprint, primarily focused on the semiconductor industry. The company provides a platform for career expansion through on-the-job training and tailored development, with no limits placed on learning, development, industry, or personal growth. The people who thrive most at WGNSTAR are those who perform well in a team environment, enjoy interacting and engaging with several different stakeholders, and adapt quickly to changing environments while leveraging their skills, quality, and knowledge to drive continuous improvement and success.