Senior Payroll Administrator

The Senior Payroll Administrator is responsible for accurate and timely administration of multi-state US and Canada payroll. This role serves as a subject matter expert, exercises independent judgment in interpreting payroll regulations, establishes procedures and supports the Payroll Team Lead with complex compliance, audit and system related initiatives.

As a part of Tyler’s corporate staff, you will make an impact on outcomes that affect various areas of the company. Your work will ultimately support our team members, clients, stakeholders, and the public sector.

Yarmouth, Maine | Plano, Texas

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• Administer payroll for approximately 7,500 employees across multiple states, countries and divisions.
• Oversee and support accurate employee payroll data maintenance, including tax withholding, 401(k), ESPP and garnishment deductions.
• Work with UKG to resolve issues including tax notices and system problems.
• Act as the go-to person regarding payroll laws, research, and analysis.
• Establish and communicate payroll procedures.
• Serve as the escalation point for complex payroll issues.
• Create and maintain department documentation.
• Train, guide and mentor Payroll Administrator as needed.
• Provide training and guidance to Divisional HR Representatives to resolve payroll and paycheck issues efficiently.
• Update state unemployment rates in system and maintain a spreadsheet.
• Facilitate year‑end processes and stay up‑to‑date on system upgrades and new features.
• Assist Team Lead with tax payment reconciliations.
• Assist Team Lead with internal/external audit of HR/Payroll processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Some college in business, math, accounting/finance or related discipline is preferred.
• 5+ years of multi‑state payroll experience required.
• Experience with multi‑country payroll operations in APAC is a plus.
• CPP is preferred.
• Experience with payroll software is required; UKG experience is preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of payroll taxes.
• Experience with tax requirements for visa employees is preferred.
• Knowledge of SOX and SSA‑16 audit requirements is preferred.
• Knowledge of expatriate tax requirements is a plus.
• Outstanding customer service and problem‑solving skills.
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office products, especially Microsoft Excel.

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Requisition Number: 2026‑8271

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