Senior Payroll Specialist

Who We Are

It’s pretty exciting, to find yourself standing in a pivotal moment in time. It’s even more exciting to be out front leading it. At QTS, our world‑class data centers are supporting our customers most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us at the forefront of today’s dynamic digital transformation.

As AI and cloud drive the demand for increased speed, capacity and capability, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader, committed to connecting the world for good. Driven by purpose and fueled by a spirit of innovation, QTS designs, builds and operates some of the world’s most advanced, forward‑thinking data centers. QTS is a portfolio company of Blackstone.

QTS is Powered by People
. People who play a vital role in our company’s culture, innovation and growth. People who are committed to contributing to the communities where we operate and work. People who are knowledgeable, resourceful and mission driven. Together, we do great things.

• Process and manage bi‑weekly and monthly payroll cycles for all employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and applicable laws.
• Review timesheets and other payroll input data to detect and resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Run and reconcile payroll reports and audits.
• Maintain and update employee payroll records with confidentiality and precision.
• Respond to employee paycheck questions and issues in a timely, accurate and professional manner.
• Ensure all payroll transactions are properly documented and saved for auditing and compliance purposes.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance departments to resolve discrepancies and support cross‑functional initiatives.
• Stay updated on changes to federal, state, and local payroll regulations and ensure organizational compliance.
• Assist with year‑end payroll processes, including W‑2 and other tax statement preparation.
• Identify needed additions, updates and edits to payroll processing guide and user quick reference guides and make required modifications.
• Employment verification processing support.

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in payroll administration or a similar role.
• Solid understanding of payroll practices, labor laws, and tax regulations.
• Proficiency with HRIS and Payroll software and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel).
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong organizational and time‑management abilities.

This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benefits.

This position is Bonus eligible.

• Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Every employee is bonus or commission eligible
• Generous PTO, Paid Volunteer Days Plus Floating Holidays
• Stock Purchase Plan (SPP)
• 11 paid Holidays Annually/Holiday compensation when worked
• Pet and Legal Insurance
• Q‑Rest Sabbatical Program
• Q‑Anniversary Service Award Program
• Parental Leave for primary and secondary caregivers
• Military Benefits Package
• QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program
• QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents
• QTS Crisis Fund
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family…