Payroll Specialist

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly skilled Payroll Specialist to manage end-to-end payroll operations for a high volume of commission-based employees across multiple states. This role requires deep expertise in ADP Workforce Now, multi-state payroll tax compliance, and the ability to work directly with government agencies to establish tax accounts in new jurisdictions.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, ensures 100% accuracy under tight deadlines, and brings a proactive, solutions-focused approach to payroll challenges.

• Payroll Processing:
• Accurately process biweekly and special payrolls for a large, commission-based workforce using ADP Workforce Now.
• Validate commission calculations, bonuses, and other variable pay components.
• Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and review reports for accuracy.
• Tax Compliance & Jurisdiction Setup:
• Partner with federal, state, and local agencies to establish new tax accounts in additional jurisdictions.
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of all payroll tax returns and payments.
• Audit & Reporting:
• Maintain accurate payroll records and prepare audit-ready documentation.
• Generate payroll and tax reports for Finance, HR, and leadership teams.
• Employee Support:
• Respond to payroll-related inquiries with professionalism and accuracy.
• Educate employees on payroll processes, tax with holdings, and commission statements.

• Experience:
  
  5+ years of payroll experience, with at least 3 years in a senior or lead role.
• Systems:
  Advanced proficiency in ADP Workforce Now (required).
• Expertise:
  Strong knowledge of payroll tax laws, multi-state compliance, and commission-based payroll.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with payroll reporting tools.
• Soft Skills:
  
  Exceptional attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and communication skills.

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC).

Opportunity to shape payroll processes in a growing, multi-state organization

Collaborative and supportive work environment