We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to support accurate and timely payroll operations in Westerville, Ohio. This position plays a key role in reviewing payroll data, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining strong coordination with internal stakeholders and external service partners. The ideal candidate brings analytical strength, sound judgment, and hands-on experience managing payroll processes across multiple states.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee payroll processing activities to ensure employee payments are completed accurately and within established deadlines.
- Review payroll records and related data outputs to identify inconsistencies, investigate variances, and implement corrections as needed.
- Perform reconciliations between payroll reports and outbound data files to confirm completeness and accuracy.
- Conduct routine audits of payroll information, calculations, and supporting records to maintain compliance and data integrity.
- Track issue resolution timelines, follow up on open items, and help drive prompt closure of payroll-related discrepancies.
- Analyze recurring payroll problems to determine underlying causes and recommend practical process improvements.
- Collaborate with third-party vendors and cross-functional business teams to address payroll questions, system-related issues, and data concerns.
- Maintain a strong working knowledge of payroll systems and reporting tools to support efficient processing and troubleshooting.
- Experience administering payroll for a workforce ranging from approximately 101 to 500 employees.
- Proven knowledge of multi-state payroll practices and related processing requirements.
- Hands-on experience using ADP Workforce Now in a payroll environment.
- Strong understanding of core payroll operations, controls, and audit procedures.
- Ability to analyze payroll data, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues with accuracy.
- Experience working with external vendors and internal business partners to support payroll operations.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks effectively.