Payroll Administrator

RideNow Group•Chandler, AZ

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

We’re looking for a sharp, fast-moving Payroll Processor who thrives in a high-volume, multi-state environment and doesn’t flinch at complexity. This role goes beyond processing payroll—you’ll be a key operator in ensuring accuracy across multiple pay structures, supporting system improvements, and keeping payroll running clean, compliant, and on time every time. If you like puzzles (think: multiple pay plans, shifting schedules, and constant change), you’ll fit right in.

Requirements

3–5+ years of hands-on payroll processing experience (not just reviewing—actually running it)
Strong experience with ADP Workforce Now or similar ADP platforms
Proven ability to manage multiple payroll cycles and complex pay plans simultaneously
Experience processing and validating manual/off-cycle payroll payments with strong controls
Deep attention to detail—you catch what others miss
Strong follow-through—you close loops and don’t let things linger
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Resourceful mindset—you figure things out without needing a roadmap
Comfort working in environments that are still being built (not everything will be perfect—and that’s okay)
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting payroll in a multi-entity or multi-location environment
Exposure to payroll audits or SOX compliance controls
Experience with payroll transitions, integrations, or system clean-up
Ability to balance speed and accuracy (rare, but critical here)

Responsibilities

Process payroll for multi-state, high-volume employee populations with precision and speed
Manage multiple pay frequencies (weekly, biweekly, semi-monthly, etc.) without missing a beat
Ensure accurate calculation of wages, commissions, bonuses, and deductions across varied compensation structures
Audit payroll data for accuracy (rates, hours, earnings, deductions) before final submission
Execute payroll in ADP Workforce Now (or similar ADP systems)
Process manual checks and off-cycle payments, including final pay, corrections, commissions true-ups, and special payouts
Perform and validate manual payroll calculations (taxes, deductions, net pay) with a high degree of accuracy
Ensure all manual payments are properly approved, documented, and reconciled within payroll systems
Partner with HR and Finance to validate one-time or non-standard payments before processing
Maintain clear audit trails for all manual checks to support compliance and financial accuracy
Handle multiple compensation plans including hourly, salary, commissions, draws, and incentives
Partner with HR and Finance to validate pay plans and ensure correct system setup
Troubleshoot discrepancies quickly and resolve root causes—not just symptoms
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws
Maintain strong payroll controls and documentation to support audit readiness (SOX-friendly mindset)
Ensure proper controls and approvals are followed for all manual and off-cycle payments
Reconcile manual checks to payroll registers and general ledger to ensure full alignment
Support reporting and reconciliation efforts tied to payroll and benefits
Support payroll-related projects (pay frequency changes, system updates, acquisitions/integrations, etc.)
Identify inefficiencies and recommend smarter, faster ways to run payroll
Assist in developing scalable processes as the business grows
Partner with HR, HRIS, and Accounting on employee changes, deductions, and reporting
Serve as a go-to resource for payroll questions and issue resolution
Provide backup support across payroll and HRIS functions as needed
Perform additional responsibilities as needed to support risk management operations, process improvement, and business needs