Payroll Specialist — Precise Pay, Compliance & Insights

Talentify; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimum is seeking a Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate, on-time payroll in compliance with federal, state, and local laws. You will manage payroll data, calculations, and reporting while supporting leaders with time entry and inquiries.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in SAP/SuccessFactors and ADP Smart Compliance, strong Excel skills, and a client-focused mindset. This role collaborates with HR tech and payroll leadership to maintain audits and accuracy.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with SAP/SuccessFactors payroll.
• 3+ years of experience with ADP Smart Compliance.
• Technical skills in payroll processing, reporting, audit of time keeping, and SOX controls.
• Proficient in Office 365, especially MS Excel.
• Exemplary client service orientation.
• Strong data analysis and research skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while managing multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Data Collection & Verification: Gather and audit employee timesheets, hours worked, deductions, and status changes (new hires, terminations).
• Processing & Distribution: Prepare and issue paychecks or direct deposits; distribute pay statements and year-end forms.
• Provide support and assist leaders with time entry approval and Time and Labor and delegation questions.
• Employee Support: Respond to payroll inquiries with clarity and confidentiality.
• Regulatory Updates: Stay current with changes in payroll legislation.
• Ensure company policies are followed and adhered to relating to payroll processing for accurate payment and SOX purposes.
• Evaluate trends and recommend solutions; perform routine audits to validate pay components are enter properly to ensure accurate payment.
• Coordinate with the HR Technology team to troubleshoot payroll processing issues.
• May support the processing of bi-weekly payroll cycles and expedites off-cycle payroll runs as required.
• Troubleshoots all payroll issues and exceptions, addressing and resolving any issues in a timely manner; exercises sound judgment as to when to elevate issues to Payroll leadership.
• Works closely with Payroll leadership to update and maintain critical audits, alerts and reviews.
• Develop queries/reports for projects and ongoing business needs with minimal direction.
• Assist with payroll testing as needed.

Skills

SAP/SuccessFactors payroll

ADP Smart Compliance

Office 365 Excel

Data analysis

Analytical skills

Client service

SOX controls

Time management

Education

High School Diploma

Some college/Associates degree

Tools

SAP/SuccessFactors payroll

ADP Smart Compliance

Office 365

Job description

Optimum is seeking a Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate, on-time payroll in compliance with federal, state, and local laws. You will manage payroll data, calculations, and reporting while supporting leaders with time entry and inquiries.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in SAP/SuccessFactors and ADP Smart Compliance, strong Excel skills, and a client-focused mindset. This role collaborates with HR tech and payroll leadership to maintain audits and accuracy.