Payroll Specialist — Union Reporting

Sylvan Group; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvan Group in Michigan is seeking a Payroll Specialist — Union Reporting to manage payroll processing and ensure compliance with union agreements and regulations. The role demands meticulous attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and discretion with confidential information.

You will handle weekly payroll for union and non-union staff in the US and Canada, process certified payroll, submit required reports, maintain records, and collaborate with HR and Finance to stay aligned with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant work experience.
• Minimum 3 years of union payroll experience.
• Proficiency in payroll software and MS Office.
• Strong understanding of payroll laws, especially union-related.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll for union and non-union employees in US and Canada.
• Process certified payroll.
• Submit union reports and payments accurately and on time.
• Maintain payroll records including deductions, benefits, and tax withholdings.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance to ensure compliance with union agreements.
• Prepare reports for union representatives and government agencies.
• Assist audits with documentation and explanations.
• Stay updated on payroll laws and union agreements.
• Handle weekly and monthly certified payroll reporting.

Skills

Union payroll

Payroll software

MS Office

Payroll laws & regs

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or related field

Tools

Payroll software tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Payroll Specialist — Union Reporting

The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for processing payroll and ensuring compliance with union agreements and regulations. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll for union and non-union employees in US and Canada.
• Process Certified Payroll.
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of union reports and payments.
• Maintain and update employee payroll records, including deductions, benefits, and tax withholdings.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance departments to ensure compliance with union agreements and labor laws.

• Prepare and submit required reports to union representatives and government agencies.
• Assist in audits and provide necessary documentation and explanations.
• Stay updated on changes in payroll laws and union agreements.
• Weekly and monthly certified payroll reporting.

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, in a related field or work experience.
• Minimum 3 years of union payroll experience, with a strong focus on union reporting
• Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong understanding of payroll laws and regulations, especially those related to unions.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion