We are looking for an experienced payroll specialist to oversee accurate and compliant payroll operations for a workforce of more than 300 employees in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This role partners closely with internal teams and agency contacts to address payroll issues, maintain reliable records, and deliver reporting that supports informed business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong problem-solving skills, sound judgment, and a commitment to improving payroll processes and systems. This is for a great company located in Grand Rapids that is open to hybrid work with 3 days onsite and 2 from home until after training then 3 days from home and 2 in office.

Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end bi-weekly payroll processing for a workforce of 300+ employees, ensuring all payments are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Investigate and resolve payroll exceptions such as incorrect deductions, deposit issues, and off-cycle or manual payment needs.
• Monitor payroll activities for adherence to tax regulations, benefit withholdings, retirement contributions, and applicable company policies.
• Review and maintain paid time off balances and related records to support consistency, accuracy, and policy compliance.
• Perform routine audits of payroll data, employee records, deductions, and tax-related information to identify and correct discrepancies.
• Maintain organized and compliant payroll documentation, including support for registrations and other required administrative updates.
• Produce payroll-related reports, including audit summaries, verification documents, and workforce data reports for leadership and stakeholders.
• Support employees and agency partners by answering payroll questions, resolving concerns promptly, and providing guidance on timekeeping and benefits systems.
• Contribute to process enhancements by identifying efficiencies, assisting with system updates and testing, and helping improve payroll functionality within Paycor.