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Senior Payroll Specialist:
Frazier & Deeter is seeking a Senior Payroll Specialist to join our growing Finance department. Reporting directly to the Controller, this role will play a key part in ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll operations across the firm. We’re looking for someone with a positive, detail‑oriented mindset who takes pride in delivering exceptional service to our internal stakeholders and thrives in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the full payroll cycle, ensuring timely and accurate processing of all payroll transactions.
- Process salaries, benefits, taxes, garnishments, and other deductions in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and validate all payroll reports.
- Maintain compliance with wage and hour laws and payroll best practices.
- Prepare and file payroll‑related tax filings and support year‑end processes.
- Develop, document, and maintain payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Build and enhance reporting tools to streamline payroll operations and improve accuracy.
- Provide high‑quality customer service by resolving escalated payroll issues promptly and professionally.
- Research and resolve complex payroll matters, partnering with HR and Finance as needed.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of all payroll and employee information.
- Support leadership with ad hoc projects and additional duties as assigned.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred.
- 3-5+ years of multi‑state, full‑cycle payroll experience required.
- Experience with ADP Workforce Now is required.
- Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred but not required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (VLOOKUP, PivotTables, Macros).
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
- High initiative, sound judgment, and a solutions‑oriented mindset.
- Ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities, and meet critical deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
