Senior Payroll Specialist

Campbell Clinic Pc; Germantown (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Campbell Clinic Pc in Germantown, TN seeks a Senior Payroll Specialist to lead accurate, timely payroll processing and regulatory compliance. You will partner with HR and Finance, supervise junior staff, and resolve complex payroll issues.

Requirements include a bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting or Business Administration, 5–7 years of payroll experience, CPP/FPC preferred, and strong Excel skills. Experience with ADP Workforce Now or SAP is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration preferred.
• 5–7 years of payroll experience with senior-level responsibility.
• Experience with payroll audits and regulatory reporting.
• Experience with payroll systems and HRIS (ADP Workforce Now, SAP).

Responsibilities

• Review and validate payroll data for accuracy and compliance.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Prepare and review tax filings, reconciliations, and reports.
• Manage year-end payroll activities (W-2s, etc.).
• Mentor junior payroll staff and serve as escalation point.

Skills

Payroll accuracy

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Communication

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Admin

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

SAP

Job description

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Senior Payroll Specialist

Regular Full-Time Germantown, Germantown, TN, US

DIMENSIONS/SCOPE OF POSITION:The Senior Payroll Specialist is responsible for executing and overseeing accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing for the organization. This role serves as a subject-matter expert for payroll operations, ensures compliance with all applicable regulations, and provides guidance to junior payroll staff while partnering closely with HR and Finance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review and validate payroll data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, tax, and labor regulations
• Prepare and review payroll tax filings, reconciliations, and statutory reports
• Manage year-end payroll activities (e.g., W-2s, P60s, T4s, or equivalents)
• Investigate and resolve complex payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries
• Support payroll audits and internal controls documentation
• Collaborate with HR on new hires, terminations, benefits, leaves of absence, and compensation changes
• Assist with payroll system maintenance, testing, upgrades, and process improvements
• Train and mentor junior payroll staff and serve as a payroll escalation point
• Prepare payroll reports and analytics for management and Finance
• Maintain confidentiality and data security of payroll information
• Other duties as assigned
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Ability to work cooperatively with others

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:No

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and/or Experience:A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration is preferred.

• 5 to 7 years of payroll experience, with demonstrated senior-level responsibility required.
• In-depth knowledge of payroll regulations, taxation, and statutory compliance requirements.
• Experience supporting audits and regulatory reporting.
• Experience with payroll systems and HRIS platforms (e.g., ADP Workforce Now, SAP).

Language Skills: Able to communicate effectively in the English language.

Mathematical Skills: Analytical skills - ability to analyze payroll data, identify trends, and reconcile financial records.

Reasoning Ability: Proven ability to manage confidential and sensitive information. Identifies and resolves problems effectively.

Computer Skills:Must be computer-literate. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are required.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) highly preferred.

Other Skills and Abilities:Able to listen and respond well to questions and feedback. Strong attention to detail and accuracy, excellent organizational and time management skills, and ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work with multiple payroll cycles and company codes.