Payroll Specialist - Cadillac Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Cadillac (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Cadillac, MI is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our manufacturing-focused partner network. You will process bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees, ensure accurate wages, and maintain compliance with federal and state regulations.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of payroll experience in a manufacturing setting, proficiency with ADP Workforce Now, and knowledge of multi-state taxation.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of payroll processing experience in manufacturing.
• Experience using ADP Workforce Now or similar enterprise payroll systems.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations for multi-state operations.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees.
• Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, and deductions.
• Prepare and file payroll taxes, including W-2s and 941s.
• Reconcile payroll data with GL and benefits deductions.
• Administer timekeeping systems and resolve discrepancies.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries.
• Collaborate with HR to ensure data integrity.

Skills

Payroll processing

ADP Workforce Now

Multi-state payroll

Wage and hour laws

Timekeeping systems

Payroll tax compliance

Education

CPP designation preferred

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

Payroll Specialist | Cadillac, MI

Salary Range: $55,000 - $82,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling in payroll specialist? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Cadillac seeking experienced Payroll Specialists.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with manufacturing firms in Cadillac that are seeking skilled Payroll Specialists. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll for all manufacturing employees, including hourly and salaried.
• Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, commissions, and deductions in compliance with company policy and federal/state regulations.
• Prepare and submit payroll tax filings, including W-2s, 941s, and state unemployment.
• Reconcile payroll data, general ledger accounts, and benefit deductions.
• Administer timekeeping system, ensuring accurate employee hours and resolving discrepancies.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, deductions, and tax information.
• Collaborate with HR and other departments to ensure seamless payroll processing and data integrity.

Recommended Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience processing payroll for 500+ employees in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency with ADP Workforce Now or similar enterprise payroll systems.
• In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations, particularly for multi-state manufacturing operations.
• Strong understanding of wage and hour laws, including overtime calculations for various shift structures.
• Experience with timekeeping systems integrated with payroll, preferably in a production setting.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation preferred.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Payroll Specialist,Payroll Administrator,Payroll Coordinator,Payroll Manager,Payroll Clerk,Payroll Assistant,HR & Payroll Specialist,Payroll & Benefits Specialist,Senior Payroll Specialist,Junior Payroll Specialist

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.