Senior Payroll Specialist

Senior Payroll SpecialistLocation: Goodyear, AZSchedule: Onsite, Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm, with possible flexibility based on business needsSalary: $85k to $105kWe are seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Specialist with a strong background in multi state and union payroll. This role will be responsible for processing complex payrolls across multiple states and employee populations while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution.The ideal candidate is comfortable working with high volume payroll, union requirements, payroll taxes, reconciliations, and resolving more complex payroll discrepancies.Key Responsibilities:Process and review multi state payroll for union and nonunion employeesManage payroll requirements related to union contracts, including applicable pay rates, deductions, benefits, and other payroll provisionsReview employee pay, taxes, deductions, garnishments, adjustments, and other payroll activity for accuracyPerform payroll reconciliations and research and resolve discrepanciesSupport multi state payroll tax compliance, reporting, audits, and year end activitiesResearch and resolve complex payroll issues while serving as a resource for payroll related questionsAnalyze payroll data and identify opportunities to strengthen processes, accuracy, and internal controlsPartner closely with HR, Accounting, Benefits, and other internal teamsQualifications:5+ years of progressive payroll experience preferredHands on experience processing multi state payroll requiredUnion payroll experience strongly preferredStrong understanding of payroll taxes, wage and hour requirements, deductions, and payroll complianceStrong reconciliation, analytical, and problem solving skillsAdvanced Excel skills and experience working with payroll and HRIS systemsExcellent attention to detail, organization, and confidentialityAbility to work onsite Monday through Friday in Goodyear, AZ