Payroll Associate

To ensure accurate and timely biweekly payroll processing for over 4,000 employees in a complex, multi-state environment, the remote Payroll Associate will independently manage significant portions of the payroll cycle, resolve complex payroll issues, and perform detailed reconciliations. Key responsibilities Own significant portions of the biweekly payroll cycle, including audits, time validation, and payroll validations Resolve complex payroll issues, including adjustments and discrepancies, with clear documentation and follow-through Perform detailed payroll reconciliations and variance analyses, proactively identifying risks or discrepancies Required qualifications 3+ years of payroll experience in a high-volume, multi-state environment Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables and data validation Hands-on experience with payroll and HRIS systems, preferably ADP Vantage, Workforce, and Workday Analytical and detail-oriented with experience investigating complex payroll cases Effective communication skills and a commitment to payroll accuracy and compliance