Payroll Specialist - Wayland Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Wayland Township (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Wayland, MI is seeking a skilled Payroll Specialist to manage multi-state payroll processing for hourly and salaried staff. This role focuses on regulatory compliance and accurate deductions, with opportunities within West Michigan manufacturing networks.

Join a network that partners with local manufacturers to connect talent with lasting opportunities, emphasizing accuracy, compliance, and professional growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience processing multi-state payroll for 500+ employees.
• Proficiency with payroll software (ADP/Workday/UKG) and HRIS.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Experience with timekeeping systems and their integration with payroll.

Responsibilities

• Process multi-state, bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations.
• Reconcile payroll data, general ledger accounts, and tax filings.
• Administer timekeeping system and resolve employee payroll discrepancies.
• Calculate and process deductions, garnishments, and benefits contributions.
• Prepare and submit accurate payroll reports for management and accounting.

Skills

Payroll processing

Tax compliance

Timekeeping systems

ADP/Workday/UKG proficiency

HRIS familiarity

Tools

ADP

Workday

UKG

Job description

Payroll Specialist | Wayland, MI

Salary Range: $48,000 - $74,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling in payroll specialist? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Wayland seeking experienced 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 Wayland 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 multi-state, bi-weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations.
• Reconcile payroll data, general ledger accounts, and tax filings.
• Administer timekeeping system and resolve employee payroll discrepancies.
• Calculate and process deductions, garnishments, and benefits contributions.
• Prepare and submit accurate payroll reports for management and accounting.

Recommended Qualifications

• 3+ years experience processing multi-state payroll for 500+ employees, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency with payroll software (e.g., ADP, Workday, UKG) and HRIS systems.
• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including tax laws and wage and hour compliance.
• Experience with timekeeping systems and their integration with payroll.
• Ability to perform detailed reconciliations and resolve payroll discrepancies accurately and efficiently.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Payroll Specialist, Payroll Administrator, Payroll Coordinator, Payroll Clerk, Payroll Assistant, Payroll Technician, HR & Payroll Specialist, Payroll & Benefits Specialist, Senior Payroll Specialist, Payroll Lead

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.