Payroll Specialist

Talent Square Advisors has partnered with an established, growing services organization with a multi-site, hourly workforce that includes union-represented employees. The client is in search of a Payroll Specialist to support continued growth and is seeking a hands-on payroll professional to own accurate, compliant payroll operations.Position SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to manage and process payroll on a weekly cadence. The successful candidate will be responsible for the accurate, timely, and compliant administration of full-cycle payroll processes in alignment with the organization's goals and objectives.ResponsibilitiesCollect and validate time and attendance dataProcess payroll and maintain payroll recordsReconcile payroll activitySupport payroll tax filingsAdminister deductions and garnishmentsPrepare payroll reports for HR, Finance, and leadershipSupport employee pay-related inquiriesProcess onboarding and offboarding changesSupport leave administration and auditsAdminister union payroll requirements and collective bargaining agreement provisionsSupport payroll-related compliance obligationsQualificationsThe ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, proactive, and able to communicate effectively with employees, managers, HR, Finance, Operations, and union representatives while handling confidential compensation information with sound judgment and discretion.Talent Square Advisors and its client are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.