Process and audit bi-weekly, semi-monthly, or monthly payrolls for employees across multiple states.
Review payroll data to ensure accuracy of earnings, deductions, taxes, garnishments, and benefit withholdings.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, employee inquiries, and system issues.
Prepare payroll reconciliations and assist with month-end and year-end activities.
Support payroll tax filings, W-2 processing, and audit requirements.
Generate and analyze payroll reports for Finance, Human Resources, and leadership teams.
Maintain payroll records and ensure data security and confidentiality.
Partner with HR and Benefits teams to validate employee data changes affecting payroll.
Assist with payroll system testing, upgrades, implementations, and process improvements.
Develop and maintain payroll procedures, controls, and documentation.
Monitor and recommend payroll process efficiencies and automation opportunities.
Support due diligence activities related to acquisitions and workforce integrations.
Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related inquiries from employees, managers, HR, Finance, and external vendors.
Partner with Finance on payroll accounting, accruals, general ledger reconciliations, and audit support.
Assist in integrating newly acquired entities into existing payroll operations while maintaining compliance and minimizing business disruption.