Senior Payroll Specialist - Multi-State (6-9 Month Contract)

Pape-Dawson; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers in Overland Park, KS is seeking a Senior Payroll Specialist to support accurate multi-state payroll processing and maintain employee records. The role requires strong analytical abilities, detail orientation, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

This is a 6-9 month temporary/contract assignment; experience with Paycom is required. You will collaborate with HR, Benefits, and Finance and contribute to tax filings, reporting, and 401(k)

Qualifications

• 5+ years of payroll administration experience.
• Experience with Paycom required.
• Proficient in Excel and payroll reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple states’ payroll.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Support biweekly payroll processing for employees across multiple states.
• Review timesheets for completeness, accuracy, policy compliance, and required approvals.
• Maintain payroll records for hires, terminations, changes, and tax withholding updates.
• Assist with payroll tax filings, reporting, and compliance activities.
• Support benefits administration and 401(k) contributions processing.
• Process and reconcile 401(k) contributions, employer matches, and loans.
• Prepare payroll reports and analyze payroll data using Excel.
• Coordinate with HR, Benefits, and Finance as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Payroll administration

Attention to detail

Confidential information handling

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field

Tools

Paycom

Workday

Deltek Vantagepoint

Job description

Pape-Dawson Engineers in Overland Park, KS is seeking a Senior Payroll Specialist to support accurate multi-state payroll processing and maintain employee records. The role requires strong analytical abilities, detail orientation, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

This is a 6-9 month temporary/contract assignment; experience with Paycom is required. You will collaborate with HR, Benefits, and Finance and contribute to tax filings, reporting, and 401(k)