Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

Headfarmer is partnering with a highly successful PE-backed Healthcare Company to find a Payroll Specialist with Workday experience to support the accurate, timely processing of payroll for a diverse employee population of 10,000+ employees, including both clinical and administrative staff.

This role reports directly to the Payroll Manager and plays a critical part in day‑to‑day payroll execution within a complex, multi‑location environment.

This is a hands‑on, in‑office position ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with systems, data, and cross‑functional partners.

• Process weekly and bi‑weekly payroll using Workday Payroll
• Review and validate timecards, multiple pay rates, shift differentials, overtime, on‑call pay, and premium calculations
• Process payroll adjustments, off‑cycle checks, retro pay, and corrections
• Support payroll for multi‑state, multi‑location employee populations
• Assist with payroll tax filings, garnishments, deductions, and year‑end processing (W‑2s) in partnership with ADP Smart Compliance
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies while maintaining strict confidentiality
• Support payroll audits and system testing related to updates or enhancements
• Serve as a point of contact for employee payroll questions and provide timely, professional support
• Partner with HR, Timekeeping, Benefits, and Accounting to ensure payroll accuracy

• 2–4+ years of hands‑on payroll processing experience
• Experience with Workday Payroll
• Exposure to multi‑state and multi‑location payroll environments
• Strong knowledge of payroll fundamentals (FLSA, overtime, deductions)
• High attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines
• Professional, service‑oriented communication style
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• High school diploma or equivalent

• Stable company in a thriving industry that’s experiencing exponential growth!
• Collaborative payroll team with strong leadership and mentorship
• Opportunity to deepen expertise in Workday Payroll
• Stable, in‑office environment with clear processes and structure
• Meaningful role supporting employees across the organization

Location:

Phoenix, AZ

Salary: $51,000.00–$78,000.00

For immediate consideration, APPLY NOW!