• Payroll Operations & Processing
  • Lead the end-to-end payroll processing for the hourly employee population across two U.S. entities.
  • Validate timecards, overtime calculations, and applicable wage/hour rules.
  • Ensure accurate processing of wages, bonuses, adjustments, and benefit deductions.
  • Review payroll reports and perform detailed audits to identify and resolve discrepancies prior to finalization.
  • Support payroll processing for exempt employees as backup coverage when needed.
  • Assist with payroll reconciliations and support year-end activities (e.g., W-2 review and validation).
• Compliance & Tax Administration
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations impacting hourly employees.
  • Support proper tax setup and maintenance under guidance of Payroll Manager.
  • Assist in responding to payroll-related inquiries and documentation requests.
  • Maintain accurate payroll records and audit documentation.
• Employee & Stakeholder Support
  • Serve as a primary point of contact for hourly employee payroll inquiries.
  • Address questions related to pay, time tracking, and overtime deductions.
  • Partner with HR and Finance to ensure payroll data accuracy and alignment.
• Systems, Reporting & Vendor Management
  • Utilize Workday and related systems to process and audit payroll data.
  • Generate payroll reports for internal stakeholders as requested.
  • Support data integrity initiatives and system updates under direction of Payroll Manager.
• Continuous Improvement & Projects
  • Identify process improvement opportunities within payroll workflows.
  • Support implementation of payroll process enhancements.
  • Stay current on wage and hour regulations affecting multi-state hourly populations.
  • Other projects as needed

• Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll processing, particularly wage and hour compliance.
• Experience managing hourly payroll populations with complex timekeeping.
• Strong analytical and reconciliation skills with high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in payroll systems and HRIS platforms (Workday preferred).
• Advanced Excel skills preferred.
• Strong communication skills and customer service mindset.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.

Certifications/Licenses, Education, and Experience

• Minimum Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum Experience:
  • 3–4 years of payroll processing experience, preferably supporting multi-state hourly populations.
  • Experience in a multi-entity environment preferred.