Payroll Specialist - Charlotte Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Charlotte (MI); On-site; USD 51,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Charlotte, MI is actively seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried staff, ensure accurate wages and deductions, and handle tax filings. This role supports manufacturing clients and emphasizes compliance and accuracy.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in multi-state payroll, experience with ADP Workforce Now, Kronos/UKG Ready, and a solid grasp of payroll tax regulations affecting manufacturing. A manufacturing background is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience processing multi-state payroll for 500+ employees in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now or similar enterprise payroll systems.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations, including manufacturing-specific rules.
• Proven ability to reconcile payroll data, resolve discrepancies, and maintain accurate payroll records.
• Experience with timekeeping systems commonly used in manufacturing (e.g., Kronos, UKG Ready).

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees.
• Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, and deductions.
• Administer and reconcile employee benefits deductions.
• Prepare and submit payroll tax filings and reports.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries.
• Maintain compliance with federal and state payroll regulations.
• Assist with year-end payroll processing and W-2 distribution.

Skills

Payroll processing

Payroll tax compliance

Benefits deductions

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Kronos

UKG Ready

Job description

Payroll Specialist | Charlotte, MI

Salary Range:

$51,000 - $78,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for excelling in payroll specialist? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Charlotte seeking skilled 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 working with companies in Charlotte that are adding Payroll Specialists to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees.
• Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, and deductions.
• Administer and reconcile employee benefits deductions.
• Prepare and submit payroll tax filings and reports.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries.
• Maintain compliance with federal and state payroll regulations.
• Assist with year-end payroll processing and W-2 distribution.

Recommended Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience processing multi-state payroll for 500+ employees in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency with ADP Workforce Now or similar enterprise payroll systems.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations, including those specific to manufacturing (e.g., shift differentials, overtime calculations).
• Proven ability to reconcile payroll data, resolve discrepancies, and maintain accurate payroll records.
• Experience with timekeeping systems commonly used in manufacturing (e.g., Kronos, UKG Ready).

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Payroll Specialist, Payroll Administrator, Payroll Coordinator, Payroll Clerk, Payroll Associate, Senior Payroll Specialist, Payroll Analyst, Payroll Manager

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.