Payroll Specialist III

Service Experts • Richardson, TX

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About The Position

The Payroll Specialist III is a senior-level administrative role responsible for the end-to-end execution, auditing, and reconciliation of complex multi-state payroll cycles. This role requires specialized expertise in managing simultaneous pay frequencies (Weekly, Bi-Weekly, Semi-Monthly) and a deep understanding of the unique compliance requirements for both hourly/non-exempt and salaried/exempt populations using Workday.

Requirements

• 4+ years of hands-on payroll experience, with a proven track record of managing both hourly and salaried payrolls.
• Minimum 2 years of direct experience with Workday Payroll, specifically managing different pay groups and frequencies.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables) for reconciling large datasets across different pay periods.
• Comprehensive understanding of multi-state tax laws and FLSA requirements for both exempt and non-exempt classifications.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, or HR (or equivalent experience).

Nice To Haves

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP).
• Experience with Workday Time Tracking and Absence Management modules.
• Experience processing off-cycle or manual checks for immediate terminations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full-cycle execution of multiple payroll runs, including weekly, bi-weekly, and semi-monthly frequencies, ensuring 100% accuracy and strict deadline adherence.
• Manage payroll calculations for a diverse workforce, including overtime calculations for hourly employees and pro-rated earnings/deductions for salaried staff.
• Execute rigorous pre- and post-payroll audits within Workday to validate time-entry accuracy for hourly staff and salary adjustments for exempt employees.
• Act as the internal expert for resolving Workday-specific issues related to pay groups, period schedules, and retroactive pay calculations.
• Ensure adherence to FLSA regulations regarding overtime pay, shift differentials, and minimum wage for hourly staff across multiple jurisdictions.
• Use Workday Report Writer to create comparative audits across different pay cycles to ensure total labor costs are reconciled with Finance.
• Partner with HR and Department Managers to resolve complex time-tracking discrepancies or salary change issues.

Benefits

• Training, support and an opportunity for unlimited professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees