Senior Payroll Specialist

DPR Construction • Orlando, FL

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About The Position

Oversees complex payroll processes and ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Provides advanced expertise in payroll administration, reconciliations, and reporting. Partners with internal stakeholders to identify and resolve payroll issues and implement process improvements. Serves as a subject matter expert and resource for Payroll Specialists and Coordinators.
DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.
Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.
Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.

Requirements

• 5–7 years of experience in payroll administration or multi-state payroll processing required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field preferred.
• Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred.
• This role will have a heavy focus on tax and 401k administration.

Responsibilities

• Processes and reviews multi-state payroll, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable laws.
• Audits wage calculations, deductions, and adjustments to maintain data accuracy and consistency.
• Reconciles payroll accounts and coordinates with Finance and people practices teams on discrepancies.
• Interprets and applies payroll policies, tax regulations, and garnishment requirements.
• Prepares complex payroll and compliance reports for management review and audits.
• Provides guidance and training to Payroll Specialists and Coordinators.
• Recommends and supports implementation of payroll process improvements and automation initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior