Payroll Specialist - Phoenix or Tucson, AZ
About The Position
We're excited to announce a Payroll Specialist position available in Arizona! We are committed to creating an inspiring and inclusive experience, celebrating our diverse culture, and offering a variety of benefits and opportunities. Be a part of the journey of empowerment and engagement. Featured Perks & Benefits to Keep You Inspired Medical plans with choices to fit your needs Dental and Vision insurance options Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution Financial security benefits including 401k Plan with company match Optional life insurance +addl voluntary life Optional short-term disability +options for long-term disability Wait, we've got more!!! Supplemental life insurance with critical health insurance and accident insurance Vacation program accruing immediately upon hire Sick time when you need it Paid holidays + floating holidays to celebrate those special times Company-sponsored wellness initiatives Continuous education with development programs and more!
Requirements
- Bring your high energy and positive attitude to contribute to an awesome atmosphere!
- Bachelor's degree in business, HR, or Accounting preferred; CPP certification plus.
- Present a positive and professional image, supporting a strong customer service orientation.
- 3–5 years of progressive payroll or HR experience, with multi-state payroll strongly preferred
- Advanced understanding of FLSA, payroll tax laws, and wage/hour compliance.
- Experience using HRIS or payroll systems such as Paylocity, Paycom, or ADP.
- Strong administrative and organizational skills with excellence in time management.
- Strong analytical, auditing, and problem-solving skills.
- Solid Computer skills, including working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel) required
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Partner with Payroll Manager to oversee & process bi-weekly, multi-state payroll.
- Maintain employee data within HRIS & payroll system.
- Audit records for accuracy, process pay changes, job transfers, and terminations.
- Support internal payroll controls and audits to ensure compliance with federal, state, & local regulations.
- Prepare and analyze payroll, tax, and labor reports
- Provide insights to management regarding trends, discrepancies, and process improvements.
- Process benefit deductions and assist with leave-related pay calculations, including FMLA, PTO, and disability pay integration.
- Serve as acting lead in the Payroll Manager’s absence, ensuring continuity of payroll operations and communication across departments.
- Other task and duties as assigned
Benefits
- Medical plans with choices to fit your needs
- Dental and Vision insurance options
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
- Financial security benefits including 401k Plan with company match
- Optional life insurance +addl voluntary life
- Optional short-term disability +options for long-term disability
- Supplemental life insurance with critical health insurance and accident insurance
- Vacation program accruing immediately upon hire
- Sick time when you need it
- Paid holidays + floating holidays to celebrate those special times
- Company-sponsored wellness initiatives
- Continuous education with development programs and more!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
