Payroll Technician

SUMMARY:

We are seeking a meticulous Payroll Technician to play a critical role in delivering accurate, compliant, and timely payroll processing for a workforce of 1,350+ employees across multiple states. This position requires strong payroll knowledge and a solid understanding of regulations governing both union and non-union populations. Experience with Dayforce is strongly preferred but not required. The ideal candidate brings precision, sound judgment, and a commitment to data integrity—recognizing that every paycheck represents a real employee relying on accuracy and timeliness.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Process weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly payroll accurately and on schedule using DayforceReview and audit timecards, pay codes, PTO, and sick time to ensure data integrityProcess new hires, terminations, retro pay, commissions, and bonusesHandle payroll corrections, off-cycle checks, and pay adjustmentsEnsure compliance with FLSA, wage and hour laws, and company policiesRespond to employee payroll and timekeeping inquiries with professionalism and accuracySupport payroll reporting, internal and external audits, and record retention requirementsPartner with HR to investigate and resolve payroll discrepanciesManage end-to-end garnishment processing, including new setups, ongoing maintenance, and terminationsMaintain strict confidentiality of all payroll and employee data at all timesSupport process improvement initiatives

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

5+ years of multi-state payroll processing experienceStrong working knowledge of FLSA, overtime calculations, and wage and hour lawsHigh attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and timelinessStrong organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlinesClear and professional written and verbal communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Hands-on Dayforce payroll experienceComponent pay or complex pay structure experienceCertified Payroll Professional (CPP) designationExperience supporting union payroll populations