Senior Payroll Leader - Multi-State Union Payroll

WhiteCap Search; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

WhiteCap Search in Florham Park, NJ is seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Specialist to oversee payroll for a multi-state workforce, including union employees. This on-site role requires strong knowledge of payroll accounting, compliance with federal and state laws, and collaboration with HR and finance to resolve discrepancies.

The position offers a hands-on opportunity to serve as a key resource for employees, management, and external stakeholders while maintaining timely payroll operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll for employees across multiple states, ensuring timely payment.
• Interpret and apply collective bargaining agreements to payroll calculations.
• Manage deductions: taxes, union dues, benefits, retirement.
• Prepare payroll reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Audit and reconcile payroll for accuracy and compliance.
• Monitor changes in payroll regulations.
• Collaborate with HR, finance, and union reps to resolve questions.
• Maintain employee records and update payroll systems.
• Assist with year-end processes and labor cost reporting.

Skills

Payroll processing

Union payroll

Payroll reporting

Regulatory compliance

ERP systems

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

WhiteCap Search in Florham Park, NJ is seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Specialist to oversee payroll for a multi-state workforce, including union employees. This on-site role requires strong knowledge of payroll accounting, compliance with federal and state laws, and collaboration with HR and finance to resolve discrepancies.

The position offers a hands-on opportunity to serve as a key resource for employees, management, and external stakeholders while maintaining timely payroll operations.