Multi-State Payroll Specialist: Compliance & Process Expert

PACS; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

PTO and Vacation

Financial Wellness (HSA/FSA)

401(k) with company contributions

Employee Assistance Plan

Job summary

PACS is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist for our Salt Lake City campus to manage multi-state payroll processing and ensure regulatory compliance. You will handle benefits, deductions, and off-cycle payrolls with discretion.

Join a team that values accuracy, confidentiality, and continuous improvement, offering comprehensive benefits and in-person collaboration at our Downtown Campus.

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Proven experience as a Payroll Specialist or in a similar role doing multi-state processing (CPP or FPC a plus).
• Knowledge of payroll software and systems (e.g., Workday, ADP).
• Strong understanding of payroll tax regulations and compliance requirements.
• Excellent customer service, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Review and process multi-state bi-weekly payroll for employees of multiple entities, ensuring accuracy in hours worked, overtime, extra pay, benefits, and deductions.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and tax laws.
• Handle payroll-related inquiries from multiple entity payroll coordinators and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with HR to ensure accurate reporting of benefits and time-off requests.
• Prepare and process off-cycle payrolls for terminations and retroactive pay per state regulations.
• Support audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Stay current on payroll trends and best practices to enhance processes.
• Provide ongoing training and support to entity payroll coordinators.
• Assist with projects as required.

Skills

Accounting/Finance background

Payroll processing experience

Attention to detail

Discretion with sensitive information

Customer service

Microsoft Excel

Education

CPP certification

FPC certification

Tools

Workday

ADP

Excel

Job description

PACS is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist for our Salt Lake City campus to manage multi-state payroll processing and ensure regulatory compliance. You will handle benefits, deductions, and off-cycle payrolls with discretion.

Join a team that values accuracy, confidentiality, and continuous improvement, offering comprehensive benefits and in-person collaboration at our Downtown Campus.