Sr. Payroll Specialist

Unleashed Brands • Bedford, TX

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About The Position

We are currently seeking Sr. Payroll Specialist for the corporate support office to engage in a variety of administrative Payroll and HR tasks. The Sr.Payroll Specialist’s primary function will be responsible for the accurate, timely, and compliant processing of multi-state payroll and related benefits activities. This role serves as a subject matter expert on payroll operations, tax compliance, and benefit funding, while partnering closely with HR, Finance, and external vendors to ensure payroll accuracy and regulatory compliance. The Senior Payroll Specialist plays a critical role in process improvement, audit support, and employee service.

Requirements

• 5+ years of progressive payroll experience with multi state exposure
• Demonstrated experience managing payroll tax compliance, filings, and year end processes
• Strong working knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll regulations, including California payroll requirements preferred
• Experience with Paycor, Paychex or comparable enterprise payroll platforms preferred
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills, with the ability to interpret payroll information, reconcile discrepancies, and generate reports to support payroll accuracy, audits, and decision making.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Effective communication skills with the ability to partner across People, Finance, and external vendors
• Collaborates effectively within a team environment, partnering with People, Finance, and external vendors to ensure accurate payroll outcomes and timely issue resolution

Nice To Haves

• Certified Payroll Professional certification preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Process biweekly and off cycle payroll for a multi state employee population
• Ensure accurate processing of earnings, deductions, taxes, and benefits in accordance with company policy and applicable laws
• Reconcile payroll registers, general ledger entries, and benefit funding on a regular basis
• Coordinate payroll inputs including timekeeping, bonuses, commissions, and special payments
• Partner with Finance to support payroll accounting, accruals, and month end close activities
• Support year end payroll processes including W 2 preparation and distribution.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll tax compliance across all applicable federal, state, and local jurisdictions
• Manage payroll tax filings, amendments, notices, and agency correspondence in partnership with external vendors
• Support internal and external audits related to payroll, taxes, and controls
• Maintain working knowledge of payroll legislation and proactively assess and communicate regulatory changes and business impact
• Provide guidance and resolution for complex payroll issues, including retroactive adjustments, corrections, and special circumstances.
• Manages payroll and benefits related carrier billing, including invoice review, reconciliation, and coordination of payments, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and proper documentation.
• Utilize Paycor or comparable enterprise payroll systems to administer payroll processing and reporting
• Partner with payroll and tax vendors to ensure service quality, issue resolution, and compliance
• Identify opportunities for payroll process improvements, automation, and control enhancements
• Contribute to documentation of payroll procedures and internal controls

Benefits

• Paid bi-weekly
• Company Paid Holidays
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Multiple health care insurance plans that cover medical, dental, prescription, vision, and employer HSA contributions
• Competitive 401(k) Program with employer matching contributions
• Daily dress code of “business casual”
• A positive work environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed