Senior Payroll Specialist - Multi-State & Certified Payroll

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Dispatch Corp. seeks a Payroll Specialist III to manage complex multi-state and certified payrolls, including high-volume cycles with 3,000+ checks. You will troubleshoot timeclock issues, oversee setup/import payrolls, and ensure accurate, compliant processing.

Ideal candidates have 6+ years in payroll, experience with payroll software, and an Associate’s degree in accounting or related field. This role supports clients and employees while mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of payroll experience with focus on multi-state and certified payrolls.
• Experience handling large payrolls (3,000+ checks) with accuracy.
• Ability to troubleshoot timeclock issues within payroll workflows.
• Strong knowledge of wage and hour rules and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Fully manage and process multi-state payrolls and certified payrolls.
• Handle import payrolls and high-volume cycles accurately.
• Troubleshoot timeclock system issues affecting payroll processing.
• Provide expert guidance on wage and hour implications.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws and reporting.

Skills

Multi-state payrolls

Certified payrolls

High-volume payrolls (3,000+ checks)

Timeclock troubleshooting

Payroll systems knowledge

Wage and hour guidance

Education

Associate’s degree in Accounting or related field

6+ years payroll experience

Tools

Payroll software systems

Job description

Priority Dispatch Corp. seeks a Payroll Specialist III to manage complex multi-state and certified payrolls, including high-volume cycles with 3,000+ checks. You will troubleshoot timeclock issues, oversee setup/import payrolls, and ensure accurate, compliant processing.

Ideal candidates have 6+ years in payroll, experience with payroll software, and an Associate’s degree in accounting or related field. This role supports clients and employees while mentoring junior staff.