Payroll Specialist I, TN, AZ

Velocity Vehicle Group

About The Position

Velocity Vehicle Group (VVG) is a leading commercial truck dealership providing sales, parts, service, leasing, rentals, and financial solutions across North America. We are committed to delivering exceptional customer and employee experiences while fostering a collaborative, growth-oriented culture. We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist I to support accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing across multiple states. This role is ideal for a payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys partnering with employees, HR, and business leaders.

Requirements

2+ years of payroll processing experience
Experience with California and multi-state payroll
Knowledge of payroll compliance, taxes, deductions, and wage & hour regulations
Proficiency with payroll systems such as Dayforce, UKG Pro, Workday, or similar HRIS platforms
Strong Excel skills and attention to detail
Excellent organizational, analytical, and customer service skills
Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion

Responsibilities

Process bi-weekly multi-state payroll, including California payroll
Review timesheets, payroll inputs, and supporting documentation for accuracy
Perform payroll audits, reconciliations, and resolve payroll discrepancies
Process employee payroll changes including new hires, terminations, compensation changes, and deductions
Maintain payroll records, employee data, taxes, garnishments, and direct deposits
Serve as a primary contact for employee payroll inquiries and issue resolution
Partner with HR to ensure accurate employee information and payroll compliance
Support payroll reporting, audits, and process improvement initiatives
Maintain strict confidentiality of employee and compensation data