We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a large manufacturing workforce in Canton, Ohio. This Long-term Contract position will manage end-to-end payroll activities for approximately 1,500 employees, including union and non-union populations across hourly and salaried pay groups. The role requires strong attention to detail, accuracy in multi-state payroll processing, and the ability to work effectively with bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll schedules.
Responsibilities:
- Process complete payroll cycles for approximately 1,500 employees, ensuring accurate and timely pay for hourly and salaried team members.
- Administer payroll for union and non-union employee groups while applying contract terms, payroll rules, and company policies correctly.
- Manage multi-state payroll activities and verify compliance with applicable wage, tax, and regulatory requirements.
- Review timekeeping records, earnings, deductions, garnishments, and tax withholdings to resolve discrepancies before payroll submission.
- Coordinate bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll runs and perform audits to maintain payroll accuracy and data integrity.
- Use payroll and timekeeping systems such as UKG Ready, Kronos, and SAP to maintain employee payroll records and support payroll processing.
- Prepare payroll reports, reconcile payroll data, and assist with inquiries from employees, managers, and internal stakeholders.
- Support payroll-related system updates or process changes as needed while helping maintain continuity in day-to-day payroll operations.
- At least 2 years of experience handling full-cycle payroll processing in a high-volume environment.
- Proven ability to process payroll for workforces exceeding 500 employees with a strong focus on accuracy and confidentiality.
- Experience with multi-state payroll administration and knowledge of related payroll tax requirements.
- Background supporting union payroll and applying payroll practices for both hourly and salaried employees.
- Proficiency with UKG Ready, Kronos, SAP, and Microsoft Excel.
- Ability to manage bi-weekly and semi-monthly payroll schedules in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with careful attention to detail.