Multi-State Payroll Specialist | Compliance & Optimization

Bimstore; Mebane (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

AKG in the United States is seeking a meticulous Payroll Specialist I to lead accurate biweekly payrolls across multiple states, ensuring tax compliance and data integrity. The role collaborates with HR, Benefits, and Finance to handle hires, terminations, and deductions while supporting audits and process improvements.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in payroll, strong Excel and payroll system experience (Paylocity/ADP/UKG), and a high level of discretion with confidential information.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in accounting, HR, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 5 years of payroll processing experience in a multi‑state and/or multi‑FEIN environment.
• Minimum 2 years of leading and/or developing payroll process improvements.
• Proficient with payroll systems (e.g., Paylocity, ADP, or UKG) and Microsoft Excel.
• Solid understanding of wage and hour laws, payroll tax regulations, and payroll best practices.
• Demonstrated discretion with sensitive data, strong attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred to support communication across diverse employee populations.

Responsibilities

• Execute biweekly and off‑cycle payrolls in accordance with payroll calendars and organizational policies.
• Use standardized checklists to ensure accurate payroll execution and full compliance documentation.
• Maintain audit‑ready payroll records and ensure accurate tax filings in line with federal, state, and local timelines.
• Collaborate with HR and Benefits to correctly process new hires, terminations, deductions, and variable compensation.
• Review timecards, resolve discrepancies, and elevate payroll issues as appropriate.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Discretion with sensitive data

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

Associate’s degree in accounting, HR, Business, or related field

Tools

Paylocity

ADP

UKG

Microsoft Excel

Job description

AKG in the United States is seeking a meticulous Payroll Specialist I to lead accurate biweekly payrolls across multiple states, ensuring tax compliance and data integrity. The role collaborates with HR, Benefits, and Finance to handle hires, terminations, and deductions while supporting audits and process improvements.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in payroll, strong Excel and payroll system experience (Paylocity/ADP/UKG), and a high level of discretion with confidential information.