Payroll Lead

The Intersect Group

Mesa (AZ)

Hybrid

USD 52,000 - 72,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

The Intersect Group is seeking a Lead Payroll Specialist in Mesa, AZ to manage payroll processing for a notable workforce. This role involves full-cycle payroll management using Kronos, ensuring compliance with regulations, and streamlining processes. Ideal candidates will have a strong analytical skillset and extensive experience in payroll operations.

Qualifications

Extensive experience with Kronos payroll platform.
Full-cycle payroll processing for large employee populations.
Strong analytical mindset with process improvement capabilities.

Responsibilities

Manage full-cycle payroll processing for approximately 1,500 employees.
Develop and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Prepare comprehensive payroll reports for management and auditing.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Process improvement

Tools

Kronos

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Title: Lead Payroll Specialist

Location: Mesa, AZ 85201 (Local candidates will be prioritized)

Setting: Hybrid

Seeking an experienced Lead Payroll Specialist to serve as the subject matter expert for the Kronos payroll platform, managing full-cycle weekly payroll processing for approximately 1,500 employees across staff and consumer populations.

Key Responsibilities:

Kronos Platform Management: Process bi-weekly payroll for 1,200 staff and 300 consumers using Kronos, including audits, system updates, and serving as the primary SME for the platform
Full-Cycle Payroll Processing: Manage complete payroll operations from timesheet collection through final reporting, ensuring accurate wage calculations, tax withholdings, and compliance with federal and state regulations
Benefits & Deductions Administration: Process complex benefit deductions including 403B and 457 retirement plans, while maintaining accurate employee records for job changes, exemptions, and savings deductions
Process Improvement & Documentation: Develop and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) while applying analytical skills to streamline payroll processes and increase efficiency
Compliance & Reporting: Prepare comprehensive payroll reports for management and auditing, calculate payroll liabilities, process W-2 forms, and ensure adherence to payroll laws and best practices
Communication & Problem Resolution: Monitor and respond to payroll inquiries (approximately 50 daily emails), resolve payroll discrepancies, and maintain clear communication with internal teams and external stakeholders

Qualifications:

Extensive experience with Kronos payroll platform, including audit and update functions
Full-cycle payroll processing experience for large employee populations
Strong analytical mindset with process improvement capabilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Payroll tax knowledge strongly preferred

**NO C2C ACCEPTED**

(Internal Use: C248375)

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