Senior Payroll Specialist - ADP Expert, Multi-State

TP-Link Systems Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k contributions

PTO

Bi-annual pay increases

Wellness benefits

Team-building events

Job summary

TP-Link Systems Inc. is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to manage semi-monthly US payroll using ADP Workforce Now across multiple states, ensuring accuracy and compliance. You will audit entries, maintain records, and handle off-cycle payments with strict confidentiality.

The role requires 5+ years of payroll experience, strong Excel skills, and deep knowledge of CA payroll laws and tax reporting. A Bachelor’s degree is required and benefits include health coverage, 401(k), and PTO.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of direct payroll experience with ADP Workforce Now
• Expert-level Excel knowledge
• Proficiency with HRIS including ADP Workforce Now, ADP Smart Compliance, Workday, SAP
• Strong understanding of CA payroll laws and multi-state payroll regulations
• Experience with CA Pay Data Reporting, quarterly tax filing requirements, and annual tax filing requirements
• Knowledge of payroll tax withholdings, unemployment insurance, and compliance requirements
• Experience with Wage Garnishments and garnishment reporting
• Familiarity with labor laws, tax regulations, and benefits compliance (ACA, FLSA, FMLA, etc.)
• Ability to troubleshoot payroll issues and maintain confidentiality
• Experience with Onboarding and Offboarding cycles
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Payroll processing for semi-monthly US-only payroll using ADP Workforce Now
• Audit payroll entries, deductions, and adjustments
• Maintain payroll input records and supporting documentation
• Manage time and attendance records and ensure accuracy before payroll submission
• Create manual payments while upholding confidentiality
• Handle off-cycle payroll runs, retroactive pay, and final pay calculations
• Ensure compliance with wage garnishments and other orders
• Administer payroll across multiple states and ensure CA compliance
• Prepare and file state and federal payroll tax reports
• Coordinate payroll deductions for benefits and retirement plans
• Collaborate with HR and Benefits on open enrollment changes
• Support year-end payroll processing and ACA reporting

Skills

Payroll experience

Excel expertise

HRIS knowledge

CA payroll laws

Multi-state payroll

W-2 reporting

Garnishments

Onboarding/offboarding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

ADP Smart Compliance

Workday

SAP

Benefits systems

Job description

TP-Link Systems Inc. is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to manage semi-monthly US payroll using ADP Workforce Now across multiple states, ensuring accuracy and compliance. You will audit entries, maintain records, and handle off-cycle payments with strict confidentiality.

The role requires 5+ years of payroll experience, strong Excel skills, and deep knowledge of CA payroll laws and tax reporting. A Bachelor’s degree is required and benefits include health coverage, 401(k), and PTO.