Payroll Partner - Richmond Hill, GA

SGA Dental; Richmond Hill (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays and PTO

Job summary

SGA Dental is seeking a Payroll Partner to manage the full payroll cycle for biweekly and monthly payrolls across multiple states, including bonus processing, while ensuring data integrity in the HRIS. The role requires meticulous attention to detail and strong knowledge of payroll regulations.

You will serve as a primary contact for employees and internal teams, resolving payroll issues with professionalism and accuracy. This is a full-time on-site position in Richmond Hill, GA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required or equivalent experience.
• CPP or FPC certification preferred.
• Experience with multi-state payroll and HRIS systems.
• Strong knowledge of payroll regulations and tax requirements.
• Proven accuracy and ability to resolve discrepancies.

Responsibilities

• Process biweekly and monthly payrolls for multiple payrolls including bonuses.
• Validate timecards and payroll inputs for accuracy.
• Audit payroll results prior to finalization and reconcile reports.
• Support off-cycle payrolls, adjustments, and retroactive corrections.
• Maintain data integrity in HRIS and ensure compliance with laws and company policies.
• Provide clear guidance and respond to payroll inquiries from employees and teams.

Skills

Payroll processing

Timekeeping

HRIS

Excel

Regulatory compliance

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

CPP or FPC certification

Tools

Workday

Job description

The HR Payroll Partner is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll operations across a multi state organization. This role manages the full payroll cycle for biweekly and monthly payrolls, including monthly bonus processing, while maintaining high standards of data integrity within the HRIS. The Payroll Partner serves as a key point of contact for employees, internal teams, and external partners, providing clear guidance and resolving payroll related issues with professionalism and accuracy. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, a solid understanding of payroll regulations, and the ability to proactively identify and resolve discrepancies. This role is full time in Richmond Hill, GA.

Key Responsibilities

• Process biweekly and monthly payrolls for salaried, hourly, commission-based, and bonus payments.
• Calculate and process monthly bonus payroll, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Review and validate timecards, status changes, and payroll inputs for accuracy.
• Audit payroll results prior to finalization and reconcile confirmed reports.
• Support off‑cycle payrolls, adjustments, and retroactive corrections.
• Perform routine audits to ensure data consistency across HR, payroll, and benefits systems.
• Partner with HRIS and Payroll leadership to identify system issues and support configuration updates.
• Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and validate confirmed reports.
• Process expense reports and garnishments.
• Respond to payroll‑related inquiries with professionalism and accuracy.
• Research and resolve discrepancies related to pay, taxes, deductions, and timekeeping.
• Provide clear communication to employees regarding payroll processes and expectations.
• Adhere and contribute to HR standard operating procedures, following established company, local, state, and federal guidelines to ensure compliance.
• Ensure status changes and audits of time records are accurate and any discrepancies are addressed and resolved.
• Respond to payroll questions and concerns of employees, researching records and involving other resources/staff as needed, responding in a timely manner.
• Maintain 1099 data for contract employees.
• Assumes and executes additional responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Excellent understanding of multi-location payroll and taxes.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations.
• Strong interpersonal (verbal and written) communication skills with ability to follow up in a timely manner.
• Effective time management, organization skills, and extreme attention to detail.
• Strong computer skills, especially proficiency in Excel.
• Demonstrated strong work ethic and team player skills.
• High degree of professionalism and demonstrated business acumen.
• Ability to deal sensitively with confidential material and handle deadline-pressure work activities.
• Focused on providing excellent client service.
• Career-minded rather than job-minded.
• Working knowledge of Workday is highly desirable.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field and/or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience across core payroll management -preferably in high-growth organizations.
• CPP or FPC certification is highly preferred.
• Payroll experience supporting the HR department is preferred.

Benefits We Offer

• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health and Vision Insurance
• Employer-Paid Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Care.com Membership & Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Coverage (Disability, Critical Illness, Accident)
• Career Growth and Development Opportunities

In hometown communities, SGA Dental Partners is a beacon of positive energy, delivering the highest level of clinical excellence and patient-centered care.

All new hires are required to pass a full panel drug screening as a condition of employment.

SGA Dental Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at every level of our team.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

In hometown communities across the country, SGA Dental Partners is a beacon of positive energy, making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients, team members, and the communities we serve.

Built through the coming together of long respected dental practices, we are united by a shared commitment to clinical excellence, compassionate care, and a people first culture.

At SGA, we believe in continuous improvement because we know that when our people grow, our care gets better.

Guided by our Empower Improvement mindset and our belief that we get better every day, we invest in our teams through development, collaboration, and leadership opportunities.

Whether you are early in your career or an experienced professional, you will find an environment that supports growth, recognizes contribution, and encourages innovation.