Payroll Specialist

Our client is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their team! This position is located in Overland Park, Kansas.

• Execute end-to-end payroll processing for multiple international jurisdictions, ensuring accuracy and on-time delivery
• Ensure compliance with international, federal, state, and local payroll regulations, tax requirements, labor laws, and data privacy standards
• Partner with global payroll vendors, auditors, and benefits administrators to maintain compliance and service-level excellence
• Maintain accurate payroll records, including compensation, benefits, tax with holdings, deductions, and statutory reporting
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries with professionalism and efficiency
• Prepare payroll reconciliations, reports, and metrics for internal stakeholders and external audits
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, increase automation, and strengthen internal controls
• Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Finance, and Legal to ensure data accuracy, policy alignment, and seamless system integration

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field required
• 3+ years of payroll experience required
• 2+ years of experience supporting global or multi-country payroll strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of global payroll regulations, tax requirements, and compliance standards
• Proficiency with payroll and HRIS systems
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills, with the ability to manage and reconcile large datasets
• Highly organized with the ability to manage competing deadlines across multiple time zones
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and data confidentiality
• Hands-on experience with global payroll compliance and tax regulations
• Familiarity with labor laws across multiple regions
• Experience using payroll software and HRIS platforms
• Prior exposure to enterprise or global payroll systems highly preferred Certifications (Preferred)
• International payroll certifications such as GPMI, CIPP, IPP, or similar
• Employee-Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP)
• 401K offered

The approximate pay range for this position is between $28.00 and $40.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums.