Specialist, Payroll Operations

Hiring: Specialist/Analyst, Payroll Operations
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Location: Phoenix, AZSchedule: Onsite 5 days per weekPay: $44/hrDuration: 10/12/2026 – 12/31/2026, with possible extensionWe’re looking for an experienced Payroll Operations Specialist/Analyst to support a high-volume payroll team within Finance.This person will be responsible for processing payroll accurately and on time, reviewing payroll data and audit reports, resolving employee payroll issues, and supporting payroll process improvements.Key Responsibilities:• Collect, review, enter, edit, and verify payroll data• Review payroll audit reports and identify discrepancies• Research and resolve employee payroll questions• Ensure payroll activities follow company policies, government regulations, labor agreements, and SOX requirements• Maintain accurate payroll records and procedures• Analyze payroll data and identify opportunities to improve processes• Support payroll-related projects and system testingQualifications:• 3+ years of payroll processing or related payroll, accounting, or HR experience• Experience in a high-volume, multi-state payroll environment• Strong Excel skills, including working with large datasets• Experience or understanding of union payroll and collective bargaining agreements• Strong analytical, organizational, and customer service skills• Ability to communicate payroll information clearly and professionallyPreferred:• SAP Payroll experience• Excel macro experience• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related fieldSAP experience is preferred, not required. xzbcwsv If you’re interested, feel free to message me directly.