Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

Location: Miamisburg, OH (Onsite)

About Accelevation

Accelevation (Nasdaq: ACCV) designs, manufactures and installs mission-critical infrastructure powering the world''s most advanced technologies. Our vertically integrated model combines U.S.-based manufacturing and nationwide field capabilities to deliver innovative solutions at speed and scale.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by a culture of ownership, speed and fearless innovation, we''re building meaningful careers and ensuring our employees share in the value they help create.

Your Impact

As a Payroll Specialist, you will play a critical role in ensuring Accelevation employees are paid accurately and on time each week. You will serve as a trusted resource for payroll operations, partnering closely with Human Resources, Finance, managers, and employees to maintain payroll accuracy, resolve issues, strengthen compliance, and improve processes. Success in this role requires strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to delivering an exceptional employee experience. Whether you''re building your payroll career or bringing prior payroll experience, your work will have a direct impact on employee satisfaction and operational excellence.

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Support the administration and execution of weekly payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations
• Review and validate timekeeping data, including overtime, shift differentials, paid time off (PTO), and other payroll-related transactions
• Audit payroll and timekeeping information to identify discrepancies, investigate root causes, and resolve issues in a timely manner
• Process payroll-related changes, including deductions, garnishments, tax updates, and direct deposit information
• Assist with payroll corrections and off-cycle payroll processing as needed
• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee payroll and timekeeping questions
• Maintain payroll records and ensure accurate employee information within Paycor and related systems
• Support payroll tax reporting, retirement plan validations, audits, and compliance activities
• Analyze payroll and workforce data to identify trends, improve accuracy, and strengthen payroll processes
• Develop and maintain payroll procedures, process documentation, and training materials
• Partner with Human Resources, Finance, and business leaders to continuously improve payroll operations and employee experience

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify discrepancies and investigate issues

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and comfort working with large data sets

• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and discretion

• Excellent communication and customer service skills

• Ability to quickly learn new systems, processes, and regulatory requirements

• Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in payroll, accounting, finance, auditing, human resources, administration, or another detail-oriented operational role

• Experience working with payroll, HRIS, or timekeeping systems; Paycor experience preferred

• Familiarity with payroll practices, wage and hour regulations, payroll tax requirements, and compliance standards

• Experience supporting multi-state payroll environments

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Human Resources, Mathematics, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Why Join Accelevation?

We welcome candidates from a variety of professional backgrounds. If you enjoy working with data, solving problems, identifying inaccuracies, and improving business processes, we encourage you to apply. While payroll experience is valuable, curiosity, accountability, analytical thinking, and a commitment to accuracy are equally important to succeeding in this role. This position offers a unique opportunity to build specialized expertise while supporting a rapidly growing organization.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Potential participation in equity programs
• Collaborative, high-energy workplace
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Opportunity to contribute to a rapidly growing organization

Our Core Values

• Safety - We proactively protect our people and environment
• Inclusion - We respect and appreciate diverse perspectives and backgrounds
• Speed - We move fast, act decisively, and stay agile
• Innovation - We challenge assumptions and simplify processes
• Judgment - We make sound decisions with the business in mind
• Accountability - We take ownership and deliver results

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This position is primarily performed in an office environment and requires regular use of computers, payroll systems, reporting tools, and standard office equipment.

Physical requirements include prolonged periods of sitting, reviewing payroll data, preparing reports, working within business systems, and communicating with employees and stakeholders. Employees may occasionally stand, walk, and move throughout office environments.

The work environment is typically office-based with moderate noise levels.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Application Notice

Accelevation LLC does not ask for payment or sensitive personal details, such as bank account or Social Security numbers, during the job application process.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Accelevation LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our core values. We build teams that celebrate and embrace diversity, fostering a culture of respect for all. As part of our pre-hire process, we may conduct a background check and use E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.