Accelint ยท 2 days ago
Senior Payroll Specialist
Accelint is a mission-driven technology company focused on strengthening national security and supporting critical industries. The Senior Payroll Specialist is responsible for the accurate, timely, and compliant processing of multi-entity, multi-frequency payrolls across a complex organization, serving as a subject matter expert in payroll operations and compliance.
Responsibilities
Leads end-to-end payroll for multiple divisions and pay groups, including biweekly and semi-monthly schedules. Manage payroll for exempt and non-exempt employees across multiple states and jurisdictions
Ensure accurate calculation and processing of wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, retro pay, and special payroll runs
Conducts routine audits to resolve payroll discrepancies, adjustments, and off-cycle payments promptly
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, tax regulations, and reporting requirements
Ensure accurate integration and data flow between the HRIS/Payroll vendor (Rippling), timekeeping vendors and benefit vendors/carriers
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll-related legislation and regulatory changes impacting multiple states and divisions
Oversee payroll tax filings, W-2s, 1099s (as applicable), garnishments, and other statutory deductions
Partner with payroll vendors and tax agencies to resolve notices, audits, and inquiries
Serve as a payroll subject matter expert for HR, Finance, and leadership and respond to employee payroll inquiries professionally and confidentially
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of payroll experience, including multi-division and multi-pay schedule environments. Experience supporting payroll for 1,000+ employees
Strong knowledge of multi-state payroll compliance and wage and hour regulations
Experience with the Rippling payroll system and advanced proficiency in Excel and payroll reporting
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation
Experience with payroll integrations, implementations, or system conversions
Prior experience in a shared services or complex organizational structure
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Paid Company Holidays
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Optional HSA and FSA
Base and Voluntary Life Insurance
Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
401k Matching
Employee Assistance Program