Multi-State Payroll Analyst — ADP Pro

The Third Group; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Third Group is seeking a Payroll Analyst to manage multi-state payroll processes and ensure accuracy and compliance across all payroll functions. You will collaborate with HR, Accounting, and Finance to deliver timely payroll and reporting.

You will process bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll using ADP Workforce Now, audit data for accuracy, and stay current on payroll tax law changes. Strong Excel skills and confidentiality are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Human Resources, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2–5+ years of payroll processing experience, including multi-state payroll.
• Strong hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now.
• Working knowledge of payroll tax regulations, wage and hour laws, and general payroll compliance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables, SUMIFS).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong communication skills and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly/semi-monthly payroll for multi-state employee population using ADP Workforce Now.
• Review and audit payroll data for accuracy, including new hires, terminations, wage changes, tax withholdings, garnishments, and deductions.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations and wage and hour laws.
• Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies in coordination with HR and Accounting.
• Process off-cycle payroll runs, bonuses, and commission payments as needed.
• Maintain payroll records and documentation per policy and legal requirements.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, and tax withholdings.
• Support year-end payroll processes, including W-2 preparation and reconciliation.
• Assist with payroll journal entries and reconciliations with Accounting.
• Stay current on payroll tax law changes and implement timely system updates.
• Identify and support process improvements and ADP optimization.
• Assist with internal and external audits related to payroll.

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Audit and compliance awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/HR/Business

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Third Group is seeking a Payroll Analyst to manage multi-state payroll processes and ensure accuracy and compliance across all payroll functions. You will collaborate with HR, Accounting, and Finance to deliver timely payroll and reporting.

You will process bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll using ADP Workforce Now, audit data for accuracy, and stay current on payroll tax law changes. Strong Excel skills and confidentiality are essential in this role.