Sr Payroll Specialist

Position Overview

The Senior Payroll Specialist is responsible for leading complex payroll processing activities, ensuring accurate and timely payroll for multi-state operations in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Reporting to the Manager of Payroll, this role serves as a subject matter expert (SME) within the payroll team, handling escalations, supporting process improvements, and mentoring junior team members. The Senior Payroll Specialist collaborates with HR, finance, and operations to ensure data integrity, resolve payroll issues, and contribute to payroll system enhancements.

Essential Functions (Other Duties as Assigned)

• Process and review end-to-end payroll cycles, including regular, off-cycle, and bonus payrolls across multiple states
• Ensure compliance with all payroll laws, tax regulations, and company policies
• Handle complex payroll transactions, audits, and reconciliations
• Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll escalations and advanced inquiries
• Support payroll system updates, testing, and process improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate team member data and timely payroll adjustments
• Assist with year-end reporting including W-2s. tax filings, and audits
• Mentor and provide guidance to Payroll Specialists and Payroll Assistants
• Other duties as assigned

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting or related field required
• CPP or FPC certification preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of payroll experience in a multi-state environment
• Strong knowledge of payroll regulations, tax compliance, and wage/hour laws
• Experience with payroll systems (e.g., ADP, UKG, etc.)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• In-depth knowledge of payroll practices and compliance requirements
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage deadlines and handle confidential information with discretion
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to mentor junior team members and support a high-performing payroll function

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds occasionally (e.g., files, office supplies)
• Travel less than 10%

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Spotless Brands and its subsidiaries comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources department   and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Human Resources team will respond to your email promptly.

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