Payroll Operations & Reporting Specialist

Payroll Operations & Reporting Specialist

We’re currently partnering with an organization seeking a Payroll Operations & Reporting Specialist to support day-to-day payroll operations, reporting, and compliance efforts. This role focuses on ensuring payroll data accuracy, supporting reconciliations, and maintaining consistency across processes in a multi-state environment.

This position will work cross-functionally with internal teams and external providers to help ensure payroll is processed accurately and in compliance with applicable regulations.

• Review payroll activity across multiple pay cycles for accuracy and completeness
• Analyze payroll transactions, including earnings, deductions, and adjustments
• Research and resolve discrepancies in partnership with internal stakeholders
• Perform reconciliations across payroll-related accounts, including taxes, liabilities, and general ledger tie‑outs
• Support close activities by preparing and validating payroll-related reporting
• Assist with compliance requirements, including audits and regulatory reporting
• Partner with external payroll providers to ensure smooth processing and issue resolution
• Help maintain and improve documentation, controls, and standard operating procedures
• Contribute to process improvements and system updates or enhancements

• 3+ years of experience in payroll, operations, or a related function
• Solid understanding of payroll processes, controls, and reconciliations
• Hands‑on experience with payroll tax processes, including withholding, reporting, and filings
• Exposure to multi‑state payroll tax compliance and regulatory requirements
• Experience researching and resolving payroll tax discrepancies or notices
• Familiarity with quarterly and year‑end payroll tax reporting (e.g., W‑2s, 941s, state filings)
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to work through complex data issues
• Advanced Excel skills and comfort working with large data sets
• Strong communication skills in cross‑functional environments

• Experience with payroll or HRIS platforms (Workday, ADP, or similar)
• Exposure to tax audits or agency correspondence resolution
• Experience supporting process improvement or system optimization initiatives

We will be accepting applications for this position until July 31, 2026

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