Senior Payroll Lead & Process Optimizer

Spotless Brands LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Spotless Brands LLC is seeking a Payroll Lead with deep expertise in U.S. payroll regulations and multi-state processing. The role reports to the Payroll Manager, acts as a backup during absences, and drives process improvements across payroll operations.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of progressive payroll experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with major payroll systems. A Bachelor's degree is preferred, and the position emphasizes accuracy, timely delivery, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive payroll experience as a senior resource or SME.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day payroll processing, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Serve as the primary backup to the Payroll Manager and handle escalations.
• Ensure consistent application of payroll policies, controls, and compliance.
• Assist with audits, system initiatives, and special projects.
• Support payroll tax filings, year-end reporting, and W-2s.

Skills

Payroll regulations

Multi-state payroll

Payroll systems

Excel

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Communication

Collaboration

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

ADP

Workday

UKG

Paylocity

Dayforce

Job description

Spotless Brands LLC is seeking a Payroll Lead with deep expertise in U.S. payroll regulations and multi-state processing. The role reports to the Payroll Manager, acts as a backup during absences, and drives process improvements across payroll operations.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of progressive payroll experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with major payroll systems. A Bachelor's degree is preferred, and the position emphasizes accuracy, timely delivery, and