Senior Payroll Specialist

United Gaming, LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Payroll Specialist to lead payroll operations in a dynamic environment. This role involves managing payroll across multiple states, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing exceptional support to employees. The ideal candidate will have extensive payroll experience and a proactive attitude, contributing to a supportive team culture. Join a growing company where your efforts will make a tangible impact every day and help shape the future of payroll processes.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Personal Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of payroll experience in a dynamic environment.
• Expertise in payroll compliance and multi-state payroll practices.

Responsibilities

• Run accurate payroll operations across multiple states.
• Manage the full payroll cycle including tax filings and year-end reporting.

Skills

Payroll Processing

Payroll Compliance

Wage and Hour Laws

Microsoft Excel

Attention to Detail

Customer Service

Proactive Attitude

Education

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)

5+ years of Payroll Experience

Tools

ADP Total Source

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Senior Payroll Specialist plays a key role for this fast-growing, leading Coin Operated Amusement Machine (COAM) company in GA with explosive historic year over year growth and expected continued growth through mergers & acquisitions and organic growth.

Reporting to the Head of HR, the Senior HR Payroll Specialist will lead the company’s payroll -processing function. The successful candidate will be one who is comfortable “rolling up their sleeves” and learning the business, developing internal and external relationship, and thrives in a fast-paced, solutions-focused environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Run smooth, accurate payroll operations across multiple states and entities.
• Ensure all payroll processing complies with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Manage the full payroll cycle, from wage calculations to garnishments, tax filings, and year-end reporting.
• Handle reconciliations and reporting for the Profit & Loss Statement and Balance Sheet.
• Provide top-tier support to employees — answering questions about pay, deductions, direct deposits, taxes, and more.
• Partner closely with HR and Accounting teams to streamline processes and support audits.
• Lead process improvements — we want your ideas to help make payroll smarter and faster.
• Stay ahead of the game by tracking changes in payroll legislation and best practices.
• Build custom payroll reports and dashboards to keep leadership teams informed and ready for action.
  

What You Bring:

• 5+ years of payroll experience in a dynamic. ADP Total Source strongly preferred.
• Expertise in payroll compliance, wage and hour laws, and multi-state payroll practices.
• Strong ability to manage financial statements with precision and integrity.
• CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) certification preferred — but if you’re working toward it, even better.
• Mastery of Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, v-lookups, complex formulas).
• Exceptional attention to detail, confidentiality, and customer service mindset.
• A positive, proactive, "find a way" attitude.

What We Offer:

• Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, and 401(k) and annual contribution
• Paid time off, holidays, and personal growth opportunities
• Dynamic, supportive team culture
• A growing company where your work makes a real impact every day

United Gaming is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.