Payroll Specialist

Copa Health • Mesa, AZ

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About The Position

Are you a detail-driven payroll professional who takes pride in accuracy and compliance? We’re looking for a Payroll Specialist to support the timely and accurate processing of payroll for our growing, multi-state workforce.

In this role, you’ll partner closely with our Benefits & Payroll Manager and collaborate across HR and leadership teams to ensure employees are paid correctly and on time, every time.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of payroll experience, preferably in a multi-state or high-volume environment
• Experience with payroll systems such as Kronos, Dayforce, or similar
• Strong understanding of payroll laws, regulations, and best practices
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related field
• Payroll certification (FPC or CPP)

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll for a multi-state employee population
• Handle off-cycle payments, garnishments, retro pay, PTO payouts, and terminations
• Ensure compliance with company policies and federal/state regulations
• Maintain payroll data within HRIS and timekeeping systems
• Review and validate timekeeping and payroll data for accuracy
• Support system updates, testing, and process improvements
• Respond to payroll-related inquiries with professionalism and urgency
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies
• Process wage garnishments and ensure regulatory compliance
• Reconcile payroll data and assist with reporting
• Assist with audits and year-end activities, including W-2 preparation
• Partner with HR and Benefits teams to ensure accurate employee data and deductions
• Work with managers to resolve timekeeping and payroll issues
• Maintain accurate payroll records while ensuring confidentiality

Benefits

• 4 weeks of PTO with increased accruals based on years of service
• 10 paid holidays + 1 paid Mental Health & Well-Being Day
• Company wellness program, including access to a Health Coach and incentive opportunities
• Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision plans
• H.S.A., H.R.A., and F.S.A. options
• Free Short-Term Disability & Life/AD&D Insurance (up to $100,000)
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees