Payroll Specialist — Precise, Compliant Pay Across States

Alexandria Moulding; Duluth, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Company-Paid Life Insurance & Dis.

401(k) with Company Match

Company-Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays & Floating Holidays

Plus additional perks

Job summary

Specialty Building Products is seeking a Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate, timely payroll across multiple states. You will process weekly and bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried staff, and maintain records with attention to detail.

Collaborate with HR on hires, changes, and benefits; respond to payroll inquiries and assist with tax filings and audits. Confidentiality and accuracy are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of payroll processing experience for hourly and salaried employees preferred.
• Strong knowledge of payroll laws, wage and hour regulations, and payroll best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll systems; UKG experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees across multiple states with accuracy and timeliness.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, tax regulations, and reporting requirements.
• Calculate overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, and retroactive pay with precision.
• Maintain accurate payroll records, including deductions, garnishments, and benefit contributions.
• Review payroll registers and reports for accuracy; research and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Collaborate with HR on new hires, terminations, pay changes, timekeeping, and benefits updates.
• Prepare and submit payroll tax filings and assist with audits.
• Uphold confidentiality of payroll information.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

UKG payroll system

Job description

Specialty Building Products is seeking a Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate, timely payroll across multiple states. You will process weekly and bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried staff, and maintain records with attention to detail.

Collaborate with HR on hires, changes, and benefits; respond to payroll inquiries and assist with tax filings and audits. Confidentiality and accuracy are essential in this role.