Payroll Specialist

Description

We are looking for a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our team in Phoenix, Arizona. In this contract-to-permanent position, you will play a key role in managing compliance and payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and adherence to regulations. This position requires expertise in prevailing wages, certified payroll, and capable of handling multi-state payroll operations efficiently.

Responsibilities:

- Manage and process payroll for employees across multiple states, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations.

- Handle certified payroll and prevailing wage practices, including state-specific requirements.

- Collaborate with the payroll department to generate and review reports for accuracy.

- Oversee weekly payroll cycles and ensure timely processing.

- Ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations while maintaining accurate records.

- Train and support team members on payroll procedures when necessary.

- Work independently to meet deadlines and resolve payroll issues.

- Maintain a detail-focused and business casual work environment while fostering teamwork.

- Assist in enhancing payroll processes for improved efficiency.

Requirements

- Strong understanding of prevailing wages and certified payroll.

- Proven experience with full-cycle payroll processing.

- Expertise in managing payroll for over 500 employees.

- Familiarity with multi-state payroll operations and compliance.

- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.

- Ability to work independently and demonstrate a strong work ethic.

- Effective communication skills for collaboration and problem-solving.

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