Job Description
Job DescriptionLHH is seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Specialist for a growing professional services organization to oversee accurate, timely, and compliant payroll operations for a multi-state workforce. This role serves as the organization's payroll subject matter expert, managing day-to-day payroll administration while driving process improvements, compliance initiatives, and payroll system optimization. The anticipated salary for this role is between $100,000-$140,000 a year.
Responsibilities:
· Process semi-monthly payroll for employees and leadership personnel, including specialized compensation distributions
· Maintain and manage payroll data within ADP Workforce Now or a similar payroll platform
· Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including multi-state tax and wage requirements
· Serve as the primary contact for payroll-related inquiries, investigations, and issue resolution
· Conduct payroll onboarding and orientation for new employees, including timekeeping and pay practices
· Partner with HR and Finance leadership to identify payroll compliance risks and recommend solutions
· Lead payroll-related projects such as system upgrades, integrations, and vendor transitions
· Evaluate and improve payroll processes through automation, workflow enhancements, and operational efficiencies
· Maintain payroll system configurations to align with current policies and compliance standards
· Prepare recurring and ad hoc payroll reports related to earnings, deductions, taxes, and benefit contributions
· Coordinate timely remittance of retirement and benefit-related deductions in compliance with applicable regulations
· Support financial reconciliations and assist with reporting functions as needed
· Complete employment verifications and payroll-related compliance documentation
· Maintain payroll resources and self-service information for employees
· Handle all payroll and personal information with a high level of confidentiality and professionalism
Qualifications:
· 5+ years of progressive payroll experience in a multi-state environment
· Strong knowledge of payroll regulations, wage and hour compliance, and payroll best practices
· Experience within a professional services environment preferred
· CPP certification required
· Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred
· Advanced proficiency with ADP Workforce Now or similar payroll systems
· Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
· Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work across all levels of an organization
· Ability to manage confidential information with discretion
Benefits:
· Medical, dental and vision
· 401(k)
· Life insurance
· FSA/HSA
· Disability insurance
· Family care plans
· Professional development programs
· Mental health benefits program
· Hybrid work schedule
Pay Details: $100,000.00 to $140,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Sara Neuville
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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