Multistate Payroll Specialist for Manufacturing

the-pivot-group-careers; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Lansing, MI is actively seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage multi-state payroll for hourly and salaried staff. You will ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws, reconcile payroll data, and prepare management reports to support decision-making.

This role collaborates closely with HR on benefits deductions and onboarding affecting payroll, handling year-end tasks like W-2s, and maintaining timekeeping systems with a high degree of accuracy in a

Qualifications

• 3+ years of payroll processing experience in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll regulations including FLSA and multi-state tax laws.
• Experience with payroll software (ADP/Paychex) and timekeeping systems.

Responsibilities

• Process multi-state payroll for hourly and salaried employees.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax laws and regulations.
• Reconcile payroll data and prepare related reports for management.
• Administer timekeeping systems and address employee inquiries regarding pay.
• Manage year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation and distribution.
• Collaborate with HR on benefits deductions and onboarding processes impacting payroll.

Skills

3+ years payroll

Multi-state payroll

FLSA compliance

Confidentiality & accuracy

General ledger payroll

Union payroll

Tools

ADP

Paychex

Job description

The Pivot Group Network in Lansing, MI is actively seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage multi-state payroll for hourly and salaried staff. You will ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws, reconcile payroll data, and prepare management reports to support decision-making.

This role collaborates closely with HR on benefits deductions and onboarding affecting payroll, handling year-end tasks like W-2s, and maintaining timekeeping systems with a high degree of accuracy in a