Payroll Lead

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by The Intersect Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range$25.00/hr - $35.00/hrDirect message the job poster from The Intersect GroupAccounting & Finance Recruiter ~ Connecting great people with great companies for Direct Hire & Contract OpportunitiesTitle: Lead Payroll SpecialistLocation: Mesa, AZ 85201 (Local candidates will be prioritized)Setting: HybridSeeking an experienced Lead Payroll Specialist to serve as the subject matter expert for the Kronos payroll platform, managing full-cycle weekly payroll processing for approximately 1,500 employees across staff and consumer populations.

Key Responsibilities

:Kronos Platform Management: Process bi-weekly payroll for 1,200 staff and 300 consumers using Kronos, including audits, system updates, and serving as the primary SME for the platformFull-Cycle Payroll Processing: Manage complete payroll operations from timesheet collection through final reporting, ensuring accurate wage calculations, tax withholdings, and compliance with federal and state regulationsBenefits & Deductions Administration: Process complex benefit deductions including 403B and 457 retirement plans, while maintaining accurate employee records for job changes, exemptions, and savings deductionsProcess Improvement & Documentation: Develop and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) while applying analytical skills to streamline payroll processes and increase efficiencyCompliance & Reporting: Prepare comprehensive payroll reports for management and auditing, calculate payroll liabilities, process W-2 forms, and ensure adherence to payroll laws and best practicesCommunication & Problem Resolution: Monitor and respond to payroll inquiries (approximately 50 daily emails), resolve payroll discrepancies, and maintain clear communication with internal teams and external stakeholdersQualifications:Extensive experience with Kronos payroll platform, including audit and update functionsFull-cycle payroll processing experience for large employee populationsStrong analytical mindset with process improvement capabilitiesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsPayroll tax knowledge strongly preferred**NO C2C ACCEPTED**(Internal Use: C248375)Seniority levelSeniority levelNot ApplicableEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionAccounting/Auditing and Human ResourcesIndustriesPublic Health, Health and Human Services, and Non-profit OrganizationsReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at The Intersect Group by 2xInferred from the description for this jobMedical insuranceVision insurance401(k)Get notified when a new job is posted. Sign in to set job alerts for “Payroll Specialist” roles. Human Capital U. S. Payroll Delivery Specialist LeaderSAP - SuccessFactors Payroll - Manager - Consulting - Location OPENSenior Client Relation Specialist - Major Markets -AZ - On siteClient Relations Specialist - EOR - AZ - On SiteSenior Client Relation Specialist - Major Markets -AZ - On siteClient Relations Specialist - North Central - AZ - On SiteLeave of Absence Specialist - AZ - On SiteHuman Capital Payroll Strategy and Operate Senior ManagerClient Relations Specialist - Southeast Region - AZ - On SiteClient Relations Specialist - Southeast Region - AZ - On SiteSystem Operations Specialist, Workflow Automations - AZ - On SiteWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr