Payroll Specialist II - US

TD SYNNEX • Clearwater, FL

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

About the Role At TD SYNNEX, payroll accuracy and compliance are foundational to how we support our global workforce. The Payroll Specialist II role will join a regional payroll team who processes payroll for over 10k co-workers across the Americas. We are seeking an experienced-level Payroll Specialist II responsible for executing payroll processes while partnering closely with HR, Finance, and Payroll Operations to ensure accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement. This role goes beyond transaction processing. As a Payroll Specialist II, you will apply strong payroll practice knowledge to interpret policies, resolve non-routine issues, support audits, and contribute to payroll process standardization. You will serve as a key liaison between local HR and centralized payroll operations, translating business needs into scalable and compliant payroll solutions. What You’ll Do You will perform core payroll processing responsibilities while exercising independent judgment, analytical thinking, and a high degree of accuracy. Your work will directly impact employee trust, financial integrity, and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• 2+ years of payroll experience required, with demonstrated ownership of payroll processes.
• Hands-on experience with multi-jurisdiction payroll required.
• Payroll Processing & Compliance Expertise: Demonstrated ability to independently process complex, multi-jurisdiction payrolls with consistent accuracy, including strong working knowledge of U.S. payroll practices payroll requirements. Applies statutory, tax, and regulatory rules correctly to non-routine scenarios and resolves issues without reliance on step-by-step guidance.
• Accuracy, Attention to Detail & Data Integrity: Consistently delivers precise, error-free payroll results in high-volume, deadline-driven environments. Demonstrates strong attention to detail when auditing payroll data, reconciling earnings and deductions, and maintaining employee records, ensuring data integrity and employee trust.
• Systems & Technical Proficiency: Intermediate proficiency with payroll, HRIS, and timekeeping systems (Workday), including importing, reconciling, validating, and analyzing data across multiple platforms. Quickly adapts to new tools and workflows while maintaining compliance and efficiency.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Capability: Analyzes payroll discrepancies, variances, and trends to identify root causes and implement effective solutions. Exercises sound judgment when addressing complex payroll issues, balancing compliance, policy, and business needs.
• Accounting, Reconciliation & Controls Awareness: Understands payroll controls and SOX requirements, proactively identifying risks, gaps, or inefficiencies during processing and reconciliation.
• Audit Support & Risk Management: Effectively supports internal and external audits by preparing documentation, explaining payroll transactions, and responding to auditor inquiries. Maintains a strong control mindset and ensures payroll practices align with internal policies and regulatory expectations.
• Communication & Stakeholder Partnership: Communicates payroll information clearly and professionally with employees, HR partners, and Finance, translating technical payroll matters into understandable business context. Serves as a reliable liaison between local HR leadership and centralized payroll operations to ensure alignment and timely resolution.
• Process Improvement & Standardization Mindset: Identifies recurring issues, inefficiencies, or inconsistencies in payroll processes and contributes ideas for process improvements or standardization. Translates business or HR requirements into scalable, compliant payroll solutions that support operational excellence.
• Independence, Organization & Professionalism: Works independently with minimal supervision, effectively prioritizing workload to meet strict payroll deadlines. Handles confidential and sensitive information with discretion, professionalism, and adherence to ethical standards.

Nice To Haves

• Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process and maintain payroll transactions in a high/rapid growth business model. Supporting up to 4,000 co-workers.
• Execute and reconcile payrolls ensuring end-to-end accuracy.
• Apply strong working knowledge of U.S. payroll regulations including states with final paycheck deadlines to ensure timely and compliant payroll processing.
• Review, research, and resolve non-routine payroll discrepancies, escalations, and employee inquiries with minimal supervision.
• Process off-cycle payrolls, final pay, payroll corrections, and on-demand checks in compliance with federal, state/provincial, and local regulations.
• Audit and review timekeeping and payroll data to ensure adherence to internal controls, policies, and SOX requirements.
• Support internal and external audits (including SOX and third-party audits such as EY) by providing documentation, analysis, and explanations.
• Ensure confidentiality, data integrity, and compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a key payroll contact, effectively communicating payroll impacts, timelines, and resolution paths.
• Translate business or HR requirements into payroll process improvements, standardization, or system enhancements.
• Identify recurring issues and recommend process improvements to increase efficiency, compliance, and scalability.

Benefits

• Elective Benefits: Our programs are tailored to your country to best accommodate your lifestyle.
• Grow Your Career: Accelerate your path to success (and keep up with the future) with formal programs on leadership and professional development, and many more on-demand courses.
• Elevate Your Personal Well-Being: Boost your financial, physical, and mental well-being through seminars, events, and our global Life Empowerment Assistance Program.
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: It’s not just a phrase to us; valuing every voice is how we succeed. Join us in celebrating our global diversity through inclusive education, meaningful peer-to-peer conversations, and equitable growth and development opportunities.
• Make the Most of our Global Organization: Network with other new co-workers within your first 30 days through our onboarding program.
• Connect with Your Community: Participate in internal, peer-led inclusive communities and activities, including business resource groups, local volunteering events, and more environmental and social initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees