Senior Payroll Specialist
HR
AudubonPA Direct Hire May 9, 2025

Job Title: Senior Payroll Specialist


Job Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Senior Payroll Specialist to join our client and play a vital role in supporting accurate and timely payroll operations. This direct-hire, onsite position based in Audubon, PA focuses on managing the end-to-end payroll process, maintaining data integrity, and providing responsive support to employees and management regarding payroll-related matters.


Compensation:

  • $95,000 base salary
  • $7,500 annual bonus, based on performance

Work Schedule:

  • Monday through Friday, normal business hours

Key Responsibilities of the Senior Payroll Specialist:

  • Process bi-weekly and monthly payrolls, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
  • Collect, verify, and input employee time and payroll data, including hours worked, garnishments, benefits, and 401(k) deductions
  • Review and approve timesheets, calculating wages and deductions in compliance with applicable laws and policies
  • Communicate with employees and managers to address missing timesheets, approvals, and payroll discrepancies
  • Distribute paychecks and respond to payroll-related inquiries, resolving issues efficiently
  • Assist in year-end reporting, including the preparation of W-2 forms
  • Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for payroll practices
  • Ensure confidentiality of payroll data and compliance with internal policies and external regulations
  • Stay current with federal, state, and local payroll laws and contribute to maintaining a compliant payroll function
  • Represent the organization professionally and ethically in all interactions

Qualifications and Skills for the Senior Payroll Specialist:

  • 5–7 years of payroll processing experience required
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent experience (10+ years) accepted in lieu of a degree
  • Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and payroll software systems
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong customer service orientation with a positive, solution-focused attitude
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience with Workday and ADP preferred; Workday Certification a plus
  • In-depth knowledge of payroll regulations at the federal, state, and local levels

Why Join Us?
This is a great opportunity to apply your payroll expertise in a professional setting that values precision, service excellence, and continuous improvement. You'll contribute meaningfully to a critical business function while working with a supportive team that values your skills and experience.

About Us:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) is a trusted leader in providing contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. With decades of experience, we’ve grown from a staffing agency to a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office Support, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, and Information Technology.

Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting www.ContemporaryStaffing.com.

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