Senior Payroll Specialist

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client in Portland, ME that is seeking a Senior Payroll Specialist. Responsibilities:

• The Senior Payroll Specialist will process payroll for 26,000 employees on a bi-weekly pay cycle
• Manage payroll operations using Infor and Workforce manager
• Ensure accuracy in payroll tax calculations, payments, and compliance with federal and state regulations
• Perform payroll reconciliations
• Utilize Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables) to analyze payroll data and identify discrepancies
• Collaborate with Workforce Management to support payroll analytics and reporting
• The Senior Payroll Specialist will address complex payroll issues and resolve discrepancies efficiently
• Provide support and guidance to junior payroll team members
  
  

Requirements

• Extensive payroll experience, with the ability to manage payroll from start to finish
• Strong understanding of payroll tax regulations and compliance requirements
• Proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables) and payroll systems (N4, Kronos)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work cross-functionally
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting while meeting deadlines
• Must have excellent communication skills and work well with others
  
  

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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