Top 71 Senior payroll specialist Jobs in Phoenix, Az

Senior Payroll Specialist
SALT Dental Partners —Phoenix, AZ
- $65,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Research
- Office
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
Senior Payroll Compliance Analyst
Edward Jones —Tempe, AZ
- $86,300 - $146,700 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 6 years
- CPA
- ERP systems
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
Senior Payroll and Accounts Payable Specialist
Solari —Tempe, AZ
- Monday to Friday
- Hybrid work
- Oracle
- 5 years
- Research
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Sr. Payroll Analyst
Avnet —Phoenix, AZ
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Office
- 8 years
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Senior Payroll Manager – Americas
Avnet —Phoenix, AZ
- Full-time
- System design
- 8 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
SENIOR PAYROLL TAX SPECIALIST-AZ
Distro —Chandler, AZ
- $56,500 - $61,594 a month
- Full-time
- Employment & labor law
- Research
- Mid-level
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Senior Staff Accountant
XLS Business Solutions —Chandler, AZ
- $90,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Bachelor's degree
- GAAP
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Senior Accountant
Sandra Day O'Connor Institute —Tempe, AZ
- $65,000 - $80,000 a year
- Email
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- CPA
- Mid-level
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
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Senior, Tax Services - Payroll Analyst
Deloitte —Tempe, AZ
- $64,725 - $132,250 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- CPA
- 3 years
- Finance
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Senior Manager, Payroll
PetSmart —Phoenix, AZ
- Microsoft Excel
- 5 years
- Office
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Fiscal Specialist Senior - PAYROLL (title updated 062326)
Glendale Community College —Glendale, AZ
- $22.06 - $28.67 an hour
- Full-time
- Research
- Office
- Continuous improvement
- Wellness program
- 403(b) matching
Administrator, Payroll Sr
StandardAero —Scottsdale, AZ
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Research
- High school diploma or GED
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
Senior Human Resources Representative
SmithGroup —Phoenix, AZ
- $71,000 - $78,000 a year
- Email
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Computer literacy
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Senior Employment Tax and Payroll Analyst
TSMC —Phoenix, AZ
- Monday to Friday
- Background check
- CPA
- Customer service
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Senior Accountant
Super Star Car Wash —Phoenix, AZ
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- Email
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Finance
- Analysis skills
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Senior U.S. Benefits Analyst
Viavi Solutions —Chandler, AZ
- Full-time
- 7 years
- HIPAA
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
7d
Senior Manager HR Operations & Payroll
LESLIES POOLMART INC —Phoenix, AZ
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- System design
- Research
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Senior Office Manager - Phoenix, AZ
The Lane Construction Corporation —Phoenix, AZ
- OSHA
- Office
- 8 years
Senior Accountant
Pinnacle Fertility —Scottsdale, AZ
- $90,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- 5 years
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Accounting Specialist, Senior
Littleton Elementary School District —Tolleson, AZ
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Office

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Senior Payroll Specialist

SALT Dental Partners -
Phoenix, AZ

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Job Details

Full-time
$65,000 - $80,000 a year

Benefits

AD&D insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Payroll tax processing
Payroll tax returns
Research
State tax return preparation
Stakeholder relationship building
Local tax
Excel data analysis
Stakeholder management

Full Job Description

Overview:

Join SALT Dental Partners and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to revolutionizing the dental industry through innovative marketing strategies and exceptional patient experiences. Since our doors opened in 2019, our mission has been to help specialty dental providers grow their practices. SALT is creating a vast network of like-minded dental specialists throughout the country. At SALT, we provide comprehensive support services, allowing dental specialists to focus on delivering exceptional care.

Position Summary
The Senior Payroll Specialist is responsible for executing and overseeing end-to-end payroll processing with a strong emphasis on payroll tax compliance, reporting, and reconciliation. This role ensures accurate and timely payroll while maintaining strict adherence to federal, state, and local tax regulations. The ideal candidate is a subject matter expert in payroll tax laws and serves as a key resource for compliance, audits, and process optimization.

Responsibilities:

Payroll Tax Compliance (Primary Focus)

Manage all aspects of payroll tax compliance including federal, state, and local withholding requirements.
Prepare, review, and file payroll tax returns (e.g., Forms 941, 940, W-2, state unemployment returns).
Reconcile payroll tax accounts and ensure timely tax deposits.
Research and interpret complex tax regulations across multiple jurisdictions.
Ensure compliance with new tax laws, regulatory changes, and system updates.
Resolve tax notices, discrepancies, and inquiries from tax agencies.
Partner with third-party tax vendors (e.g., ADP, Ceridian, Workday) to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Payroll Processing & Operations

Process multi-state, multi-entity payrolls on a regular cycle (weekly, biweekly, semi-monthly).
Review and validate payroll data inputs including earnings, deductions, garnishments, and benefits.
Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, bonuses, and commissions.
Perform payroll audits and reconciliations prior to final transmission.

Reporting & Reconciliation

Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual payroll and tax reconciliations.
Prepare year-end activities including W-2 processing and validation.
Generate internal and external payroll reports for Finance, HR, and auditors.
Reconcile general ledger payroll accounts and support accruals.

Systems & Process Improvement

Maintain payroll systems, ensuring accurate tax setup and configuration.
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and compliance.
Support payroll system upgrades, implementations, and testing (especially tax-related changes).

Audit & Compliance Support

Serve as primary point of contact for payroll tax audits and internal/external audits.
Maintain documentation for compliance and audit readiness.
Ensure adherence to SOX controls and internal policies.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with HR, Finance, and Benefits teams to ensure seamless payroll integration.
Provide guidance on payroll tax implications for employee mobility, bonuses, relocation, and equity.
Train and mentor junior payroll staff.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
5–8+ years of payroll experience with significant focus on payroll tax.
Deep knowledge of U.S. payroll tax laws and regulations across multiple states.
Experience with multi-state payroll, including reciprocity rules and local taxes.
Hands-on experience preparing and reconciling payroll tax filings.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Advanced Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP).

Preferred Qualifications

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation.
Experience with major payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Workday, UKG, Ceridian).
Exposure to international payroll or expatriate tax considerations (a plus).
Experience supporting audits and working with tax authorities.

Key Competencies

Payroll tax expertise and compliance mindset
High attention to detail and accuracy
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to handle confidential information with integrity
Effective communication and stakeholder management
Continuous improvement and process-driven thinking

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k with Company Match, IRA)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Training and Development opportunities

SALT Dental Partners offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off in order to attract, develop, and retain our employees.

SALT Dental Partners offers equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, gender, age, creed, sex, religion, national origin, disability (physical or mental), marital status, citizenship, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression, or any other legally protected status.

Recruiting firms may not submit candidate resumes via e-mail. Recruiters are directed to contact one of our Talent Acquisition representatives regarding current vacancies.

For more information on our career opportunities and benefits, please connect with us at [email protected].

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