Job Description
Join our award-winning finance team as a Senior Payroll Specialist in Durham, NC. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage complex payroll operations for 500+ employees across multiple states. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth in a dynamic environment. What We Offer:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with 6% employer match
- 15 days PTO + 10 company holidays
- Professional development stipend
- Hybrid work model (3 days remote)
Responsibilities
- Process multi-state payroll for 500+ employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations
- Manage garnishments, deductions, and employee benefits enrollments
- Conduct payroll audits and resolve discrepancies
- Prepare year-end tax forms (W-2, 1099)
- Collaborate with HR on new hire onboarding and terminations
- Implement process improvements for payroll efficiency
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- 5+ years of multi-state payroll processing experience
- ADP Workforce Now certification required
- Expert knowledge of FLSA, FICA, and state tax laws
- Advanced proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables)
- Experience with HRIS systems and time tracking software
- Proven problem-solving and analytical skills
- CPP or FPC certification preferred