Payroll Specialist

The essential requirements of the job include: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business or minimum 7 years of related payroll experience. It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in: Proficiency in payroll systems such as ADP, Workday, SAP, or Dayforce.

Title: Payroll Specialist
Location:Hebron, KY – Onsite
Duration: Till end of December
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, Regular Business Hours
Pay Range: $25/Hour

Job Description:

• The Senior Payroll Specialist serves as a key point of contact for employee inquiries and issue resolution.
• This position reports to Payroll Manager- Americas and is part of the Corporate organization.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Process complex multi-country payrolls with precision and timeliness. Ensure compliance with federal, state/provincial, and local payroll regulations. Manage off-cycle payments, adjustments, and final pay calculations. Prepare and submit required filings and reports (e.g., W-2, T4).
• Validate and correct payroll data prior to processing. Escalate and resolve payroll discrepancies. Recommend process improvements and automation opportunities. Interpret payroll policies across jurisdictions.
• Maintain and audit employee payroll records, including tax withholdings, benefits, and direct deposits. Conduct regular audits to ensure data accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Collaborate on payroll system upgrades, integrations, and configuration to ensure regional consistency. Support the rollout of standardized payroll workflows across the Americas.
• Support documentation and implementation of standardized payroll procedures. Provide input on harmonization milestones and system enhancements.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business or minimum 7 years of related payroll experience
• Strong knowledge of payroll regulations across the U.S., Canada, and LATAM.
• 5+ years of experience processing complex payroll, in a multi-state environment.
• It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
• Proficiency in payroll systems such as ADP, Workday, SAP, or Dayforce.
• Spanish and/or Portuguese language skills preferred for LATAM support.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and reconciliation.
• Effective communication skills for engaging with employees and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-country operational environment.
• Proven problem-solving abilities to troubleshoot payroll issues and implement solutions.

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