Remote Senior Payroll & Terminations Specialist

TriNet; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Life and disability insurance

401(k) savings plan

Employee stock purchase plan

11 company holidays

PTO and comprehensive leave program

Job summary

TriNet in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Senior Payroll Core Services Specialist to manage final pay for terminating employees and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. You will analyze PTO balances, calculate payouts, and coordinate with benefits and LOA teams to finalize records.

You will process 30-70+ terminations daily across multiple clients, guide clients through portal submissions, and escalate issues while maintaining exceptional customer service and SOX-compliant

Qualifications

• Associate degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school.
• 4+ years’ related experience processing multi-state payrolls; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of both state and federal employment laws.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to communicate with employees at all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of final pay regulations by state and federal requirements.
• Analyze and calculate final PTO balances and payout amounts.
• Process 30-70+ WSE terminations daily across multiple clients.
• Collaborate with clients by phone and email to issue final pay and explain regulations.
• Lead clients through online portal submissions for terminations as needed.
• Update employee records (tax exemptions, locations, etc.) for final pay.
• Prepare audits for internal review and ensure SOX compliance.
• Identify process improvements to smooth the termination experience.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Communication with all levels

State and federal employment laws

Interpersonal skills

Presentation and facilitation

Ethical standards and diversity

Adapt to fast-paced environment

Microsoft Office Suite

Report writing and business documents

Education

Associate degree (A. A.) or equivalent

Job description

TriNet in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Senior Payroll Core Services Specialist to manage final pay for terminating employees and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. You will analyze PTO balances, calculate payouts, and coordinate with benefits and LOA teams to finalize records.

You will process 30-70+ terminations daily across multiple clients, guide clients through portal submissions, and escalate issues while maintaining exceptional customer service and SOX-compliant