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Payroll Specialist-February 2024
Phoenix
Feb 1, 2026
About Payroll Specialist

  Job Summary

  Payroll Specialists are responsible for the day-to-day processes related to their assigned pay groups while ensuring accurate and timely pay to employees.

  Core Responsibilities

  Process weekly payrolls including off-cycles for assigned pay groups with approximately 500-1000+ employees

  Daily review of timecard or time and labor system for discrepancies and communication to Supervisors as needed

  Review and edit of timesheet data as requested

  Review and process new hires, change requests and special pay during payroll processing

  Prepare reconciliations, validate totals and finalize documentation to submit for review for assigned payrolls

  Print, sort and ship payroll checks when needed

  Calculate and process final pay according to state and union requirements and regulations

  Coordinate pay garnishments, child support, lien payments, etc. with 3rd party vendor

  Work closely with HR department to ensure correct employee data

  Ensure appropriate record retention, maintain data and files for payroll processing

  Resolve payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information

  Ensure timely reporting and payment to employees, while following union, state and federal regulations and company policies

  Research, analyze and resolve payroll-related problems or questions in a timely manner

  Handle detail audits of payroll data including reconciliations on a monthly/quarterly basis

  Create and distribute payroll related reports as required or requested

  Provide excellent customer service by assisting employees and managers with questions

  Maintain process and procedure documentation

  Other duties or projects as assigned or apparent

  Work Experience

  Minimum of 2 years of payroll processing experience.

  Education/Training

  High school diploma or equivalent. CPP or FPC certification highly preferred.

  Qualifications

  Specialized Knowledge Certificates & Licenses

  As outlined in the Core Responsibilities, an individual must have thorough knowledge and an advanced understanding of each competency above in order to carry out the essential functions of this position. Specialized Knowledge is also required in the following areas:

  Knowledge of Payroll Practices and regulations as they relate to federal and state requirements, garnishments, levies, fines, and fees at the federal, state, and local levels

  Advanced analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving skills

  Intermediate to advanced Excel skills required advanced use of pivot tables, vlookups, etc

  Must be a team player and work effectively with all types of diverse personalities

  Must be highly detail-oriented and very organized with the ability to adapt to a changing environment

  High degree of accuracy and attention to detail

  Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle highly sensitive and personal information with sound judgement, tact and discretion

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