Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Payroll Specialist in Albuquerque! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage payroll operations for 200+ employees across multiple states. This hybrid role combines technical expertise with exceptional communication skills to ensure accurate, timely compensation delivery. Enjoy competitive benefits, career growth opportunities, and a supportive culture that values work-life balance. If you're passionate about precision and want to make an impact in a growing organization, apply today!
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 200+ employees across multiple states using ADP Workforce Now
- Calculate and garnish wage attachments, deductions, and tax withholdings per federal/state regulations
- Manage time-off accruals, commissions, and bonus payments with zero-error tolerance
- Reconcile payroll accounts and prepare quarterly/annual tax filings (Form 941, W-2, etc.)
- Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies within SLA timelines
- Collaborate with HR and benefits teams for new hires, terminations, and benefit deductions
- Implement process improvements using Excel and payroll analytics tools
Qualifications
- 3+ years US payroll processing experience with multi-state compliance knowledge
- ADP Workforce Now certification or equivalent payroll software proficiency
- Deep understanding of FLSA, garnishment laws, and state-specific payroll regulations
- Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, macros) and payroll analytics experience
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or HR-related field preferred
- Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail (error rate <0.1%)