US Payroll Specialist III - Gaming

IGT, a Nevada Corporation•Spring Valley, NV

About The Position

The Payroll Specialist III is a senior individual contributor responsible for timely, accurate, and compliant U.S. multi-state payroll processing for approximately 3,000 employees using ADP GlobalView with SAP Success Factors. The position works within IGT’s global payroll environment, supporting approximately 5,600 employees across more than 30 countries. The role oversees payroll activities performed by third-party managed-service providers, including gross-to-net calculations, employee payments, tax services, and garnishments. It also serves as a key administrator for ADP Workforce Manager Time. The specialist handles complex payroll matters, conducts detailed research and analysis, and collaborates with People and Culture, Finance, employees, managers, and external vendors to resolve issues and maintain high-quality payroll service.

Requirements

At least five years of relevant payroll-processing experience, including knowledge of the regulatory environment governing payroll, leaves, and time off.
Experience processing high-volume, multi-state payroll in a complex organization.
Experience resolving complex payroll, tax, timekeeping, and system-related issues.
Strong knowledge of U.S. multi-state payroll processing and applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
Working knowledge of payroll tax filings, tax payments, garnishments, leaves, and time-off regulations.
Demonstrated ability to audit payroll data, identify discrepancies, and ensure payroll accuracy.
Experience working with outsourced payroll providers or managed-service partners.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including researching historical data and determining appropriate corrections.
Excellent customer-service skills and ability to resolve payroll issues promptly and professionally.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with tact and diplomacy.
Ability to work independently and as part of a global, cross-functional matrix organization.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy.
Superior attention to detail, urgency, accountability, and follow-through.
Ability to build collaborative relationships with employees, vendors, management, and cross-functional partners.
Commitment to handling confidential information with integrity and discretion.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and working proficiency in Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

Direct, hands-on experience with ADP GlobalView with SAP Success Factors and ADP Workforce Manager Time is strongly preferred.
Canada and/or LATAM payroll experience is a plus.
Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation is preferred.

Responsibilities

Process U.S. multi-state payroll accurately and on schedule for approximately 3,000 employees using ADP GlobalView with SAP Success Factors.
Support IGT’s global payroll organization, serving approximately 5,600 employees across more than 30 countries.
Review payroll inputs, employee data, time records, earnings, deductions, taxes, garnishments, and adjustments for accuracy and completeness.
Oversee third-party managed-service-provider payroll activities, including gross-to-net calculations, employee payments, payroll tax services, and garnishment administration.
Administer ADP Workforce Manager Time, including timecard support, configuration assistance, troubleshooting, and data validation.
Perform payroll audits, reconciliations, and validation before and after payroll processing.
Research and resolve complex payroll issues, including historical data discrepancies, calculation errors, tax corrections, and employee payment concerns.
Complete complex payroll projects, including calculation updates, special reports, tax amendments, company setup, system troubleshooting, and payroll corrections.
Review payroll tax filings and payments and work with internal teams and external providers to resolve discrepancies.
Prepare recurring and ad hoc payroll reports and analyses for People and Culture, Finance, management, and other stakeholders.
Respond promptly, accurately, and professionally to employee and management inquiries.
Partner with payroll vendors, management, colleagues, and the broader People and Culture organization to ensure effective payroll delivery.
Maintain payroll documentation, procedures, control records, and audit support materials.
Support compliance with federal, state, and local payroll requirements, wage-and-hour regulations, internal controls, and company policies.
Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, controls, accuracy, and service delivery.
Maintain the confidentiality and security of sensitive employee and payroll information.
Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.