Senior Payroll Specialist

DPR • Orlando, FL

10d

About The Position

At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization. As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset. Job Summary: 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.

Requirements

• 5–7 years of experience in payroll administration or multi-state payroll processing required.
• This role will have a heavy focus on tax and 401k administration.

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.

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