Senior Payroll Administrator

Job Title: Senior Payroll Administrator

Salary Range: $65,000 – $80,000

Stretch potential up to $85,000 for highly qualified candidates

Job ID: 00460-0013216495

Location: On-Site

Status: Full-Time Direct Hire

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Payroll Administrator to support their expanding payroll operations. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience with high-volume, multi-state payroll and thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. This role offers growth potential and the opportunity to join a stable, well-established organization.

Key Responsibilities

Administer full-cycle, in-house payroll for 1,000+ employees

Handle multi-state payroll processing, including compliance with CA, AZ, and CO regulations

Process garnishments, manage time and attendance systems, and resolve payroll discrepancies

Prepare and post payroll-related journal entries

Ensure compliance with internal controls and audit requirements

Leverage timekeeping systems such as Kronos or eTime for accurate payroll tracking

Support payroll reporting and analytics using Advanced Excel tools (e.g., Pivot Tables)

Partner with internal departments on payroll-related matters and support year-end reporting

Utilize systems such as JD Edwards (JDE) Oracle or similar ERP platforms

Qualifications

5+ years of payroll experience, including high-volume and multi-state environments

Strong knowledge of payroll compliance and best practices

Experience with garnishment processing and journal entries

Proficiency in Excel and payroll/timekeeping systems (Kronos, JD Edwards, etc.)

Exposure to union or construction payroll a plus (not required)

Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required

Self-starter with excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary: $65K–$80K, with potential stretch to $85K

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

2–3 weeks PTO

401(k) with employer match

Opportunity for overtime pay and long-term career growth

Interested in this role?