Senior Payroll Specialist

Contemporary Staffing Solutions; Lower Providence Township (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Payroll Specialist to manage payroll operations in Audubon, PA. This role involves processing payroll, ensuring compliance with laws, and providing support to employees. Ideal candidates will have extensive payroll experience and strong attention to detail. Join a supportive team dedicated to service excellence and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of payroll processing experience required.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy.
• In-depth knowledge of payroll regulations at federal, state, and local levels.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly and monthly payrolls, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Communicate with employees and managers to address payroll discrepancies.
• Assist in year-end reporting, including the preparation of W-2 forms.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Payroll Software

Workday

ADP

Job description

Job Title: Senior Payroll Specialist

Job Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Senior Payroll Specialist to join our client and play a vital role in supporting accurate and timely payroll operations. This direct-hire, onsite position based in Audubon, PA focuses on managing the end-to-end payroll process, maintaining data integrity, and providing responsive support to employees and management regarding payroll-related matters.

Compensation:

• $95,000 base salary
• $7,500 annual bonus, based on performance

Work Schedule:

• Monday through Friday, normal business hours

Key Responsibilities of the Senior Payroll Specialist:

• Process bi-weekly and monthly payrolls, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Collect, verify, and input employee time and payroll data, including hours worked, garnishments, benefits, and 401(k) deductions
• Review and approve timesheets, calculating wages and deductions in compliance with applicable laws and policies
• Communicate with employees and managers to address missing timesheets, approvals, and payroll discrepancies
• Distribute paychecks and respond to payroll-related inquiries, resolving issues efficiently
• Assist in year-end reporting, including the preparation of W-2 forms
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for payroll practices
• Ensure confidentiality of payroll data and compliance with internal policies and external regulations
• Stay current with federal, state, and local payroll laws and contribute to maintaining a compliant payroll function
• Represent the organization professionally and ethically in all interactions

Qualifications and Skills for the Senior Payroll Specialist:

• 5–7 years of payroll processing experience required
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience (10+ years) accepted in lieu of a degree
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and payroll software systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong customer service orientation with a positive, solution-focused attitude
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with Workday and ADP preferred; Workday Certification a plus
• In-depth knowledge of payroll regulations at the federal, state, and local levels

Why Join Us?
This is a great opportunity to apply your payroll expertise in a professional setting that values precision, service excellence, and continuous improvement. You'll contribute meaningfully to a critical business function while working with a supportive team that values your skills and experience.

About Us:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) is a trusted leader in providing contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. With decades of experience, we’ve grown from a staffing agency to a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office Support, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, and Information Technology.

Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting www.ContemporaryStaffing.com.

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