Payroll Specialist II — AI-Enhanced PEO for Multiple Clients

ExtensisHR; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Pre-Tax Spending Accounts

401k / IRA

Professional development

Employee discounts

Community outreach

DEI initiatives

Coffee and snacks

Job summary

ExtensisHR is seeking a Payroll Specialist II to join our team in Phoenix. You will process client payrolls, verify data, respond to inquiries, and ensure compliance with tax rules while maintaining high accuracy and deadlines.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team within a fast-paced environment. AI tools usage is encouraged to boost productivity.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree and/or relevant work experience.
• 4+ years in a role handling payroll for multiple clients/locations.
• FPC or CPP is a plus.
• PEO experience is a plus.
• Ability to work under pressure within stated deadlines.
• Attention to accuracy and detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Computer proficiency, Microsoft Office and other payroll software programs.
• Strong organizational, planning and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Input, process and package client payrolls accurately, meeting deadlines.
• Respond to client questions or issues related to payroll input and processing.
• Keep current with Federal and State tax changes as they occur.
• Complete incoming employee maintenance (new hires, changes, terminations) prior to payroll processing.
• Verify I-9 information for accuracy and compliance.
• Document processes and procedures for the payroll department.
• Maintain filing of employee data in appropriate filing cabinets.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Use AI tools to enhance productivity, with ethical and effective application.

Skills

Payroll processing

Accuracy & detail

Interpersonal communication

Team work / independent work

Microsoft Office & payroll software

Time management

Under pressure

AI familiarity

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Internal payroll systems

Payroll software programs

Job description

ExtensisHR is seeking a Payroll Specialist II to join our team in Phoenix. You will process client payrolls, verify data, respond to inquiries, and ensure compliance with tax rules while maintaining high accuracy and deadlines.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team within a fast-paced environment. AI tools usage is encouraged to boost productivity.