Payroll Specialist

ADP•Tempe, AZ

18d

About The Position

The Payroll Consulting Specialist supports clients by helping ensure employees are paid on time and accurately. The role is part of a high-performing, collaborative team and includes payroll analysis, reporting, audits, research, customer service, and occasional special projects. Payroll processing periods may require longer workdays, and overtime is mandatory during year-end.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree, equivalent military experience, 1–2 years of multi-corporation, multi-state payroll experience, or equivalent relevant experience in customer service, payroll, human resources, benefits administration, a financial institution, application support, or another relevant area.
Flexible schedule; payroll processing days can be longer, and year-end overtime is mandatory.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Professional written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to self-start, prioritize tasks, and manage deadlines.
Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
Strong organization skills and attention to detail.
Comfort with change, ability to adapt, and ability to recover quickly from adversity.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with HR and payroll technology and payroll processes.
FPC or CPP certification.
Working knowledge of payroll processing, tax principles, and wage and hour laws.

Responsibilities

Help clients pay their employees on time with accuracy and attention to detail.
Perform basic analysis, reporting, quarter-end and year-end audits, and research related to payroll processing.
Occasionally work on special projects requiring critical and analytical thinking.
Respond to service requests and conduct basic client audits.
Participate in client calls and complete basic-level reporting on payroll activities.