Sr. Payroll Practitioner

Reworld Projects•Usa, NJ

6d•$35 - $46•Hybrid

About The Position

Reworld is seeking a highly skilled Sr. Payroll Practitioner to process and maintain payroll for our U.S.-based locations. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing while providing responsive, customer-focused support to employees and managers.

Requirements

Minimum 3 -5 years as a Payroll Practitioner with experience in U.S. payroll.
Strong knowledge of payroll and tax regulations /processes.
Experience with administration of wage attachments /garnishments and the requirements of each type.
Strong analytical and organizational skills to be able to multi-task.
Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to support employees at all levels.
Experience with Workday or similar HRIS/payroll systems.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.

Nice To Haves

Payroll certification preferred but not required (FPC or CPP).
Exposure to union payrolls or collective bargaining agreements a plus.
Experience with UKG Dimensions or similar time and attendance systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Process accurate and timely multi-state payroll for 800+ employees on weekly/biweekly cycles.
Ensure compliance with U.S. federal, state, and local tax regulations, wage and hour requirements, and company policies.
Review and validate timecards, payroll inputs, adjustments, and approvals prior to payroll deadlines.
Review payroll reports and audit payroll results to identify discrepancies, unusual transactions, and potential errors before payroll is finalized.
Research, troubleshoot, and resolve payroll and time/attendance inquiries.
Create and maintain employee rotations, pay policy setups, and accrual tracking, where necessary.
Partner with the Benefits team to ensure accuracy of leave and related pay.
Review and approve new hires, terminations, and staffing changes with appropriate documentation and approvals.
Administer withholding orders, ensuring proper processing and compliance with applicable requirements.
Act as liaison with agencies and bureaus.
Process off-cycle payments, reimbursements, and stop-payment requests as needed.
Maintain accurate and confidential payroll records in accordance with company policies and Sarbanes-Oxley controls.
Support the Payroll Director with internal and external payroll audits by providing required documentation, reports, and research.
Provide customer service support to employees across corporate and facility locations.
Collaborate with Payroll and HR teams on ongoing projects and process improvements.