Senior Payroll Specialist

About This Opportunity

We are representing a confidential HR services organization seeking a Senior Payroll Specialist to join their remote team. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple industries while mentoring junior team members. Our client has been recognized as a Best Places to Work and is experiencing strong growth.

This position is ideal for an experienced payroll professional who thrives on variety and wants to apply their expertise across different companies rather than working within a single organization.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for an assigned portfolio of clients using multiple platforms including ADP, Paylocity, Workday, iSolved, Bamboo, Gusto, and others
• Serve as the primary payroll point of contact for clients, managing their day-to-day payroll needs
• Navigate difficult conversations with clients regarding payroll compliance risks and provide guidance on corrective actions
• Coordinate payroll information for audits, benefits census requests, and workers' compensation reviews
• Manage payroll compliance tasks including year-end processing, multi-state requirements, and regulatory filings
• Support benefits administration, reporting, and payroll system setup
• Lead payroll implementations, platform transitions, and other complex projects
• Build custom payroll reports and conduct internal payroll audits
• Mentor and coach other payroll team members as a subject matter expert

What We're Looking For

• Experience: 5+ years of independent payroll experience with strong multi-state knowledge; California or New York experience is a plus
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office and experience with multiple payroll platforms, especially ADP, Paylocity, and Workday
• Leadership Ability: Comfortable having difficult conversations and coaching teammates; interested in expanding into a more formal mentorship role
• Client Skills: Direct client-facing experience preferred but not required if other qualifications are strong
• Schedule: Available for core business hours 8:30am–5:00pm EST, Monday through Friday; Mondays through Wednesdays are typically the busiest
• Location: Must be based in Eastern or Central time zones for this remote position
• Adaptability: Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to adjust communication style for diverse clients
• Employment Type: Full-time, salaried, W2 position

How We Work With You

All applications are submitted through Get A Job.ai. Our recruiting team will conduct an initial screening to understand your background and career goals. Qualified candidates will then be presented to our client for consideration. Please do not attempt to contact the client directly, as all communications should flow through our talent team to ensure a smooth process for everyone involved.

Pay

This role offers competitive compensation with fully company-paid employee benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance. Additional benefits include paid time off that increases annually, paid holidays plus birthday off, 401(k) with company match, and professional development opportunities.

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