S&S Activewear

Senior Payroll Specialist

S&S Activewear

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Bolingbrook • Illinois • United States

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Salary

💰 $80,000 - $90,000 per year

Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Lead and oversee bi-weekly and ad hoc multi-state payroll processing, leveraging advanced payroll systems to ensure exceptional accuracy, timeliness, and compliance
  • Manage and audit payroll calculations, including wages, deductions, and withholdings for retroactive pay, leave adjustments, and salary modifications, adhering strictly to federal, state, and local regulations
  • Review, reconcile, and approve payroll data, such as timesheets, bonuses, commissions, and other adjustments, with a strong focus on quality assurance and meticulous oversight
  • Stay informed on payroll laws, regulations, and industry best practices, acting as a compliance advisor to proactively mitigate risks and refine strategies in response to evolving requirements
  • Lead payroll tax compliance and audit initiatives by overseeing processes, ensuring regulatory adherence, and championing continuous improvement to strengthen organizational compliance
  • Collaborate strategically with HR to ensure data accuracy, foster alignment across functions, and support organizational goals
  • Address escalated payroll matters, providing professional, resolution-focused support for employee concerns regarding pay discrepancies, tax withholdings, and deductions
  • Prepare and present payroll reports to management and accounting teams, delivering actionable, data-driven insights to inform business decisions
  • Partner with the Payroll Manager to drive process improvements, implement system enhancements, and streamline payroll practices for greater efficiency
  • Take ownership of special projects and critical assignments, showcasing proactive problem-solving, independent decision-making, and strategic thinking
  • Provide leadership and mentorship within the team, building strong interpersonal connections and cultivating a high-performing, collaborative environment

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
  • Proven experience in payroll processing, with at least 5 years in multi-state payroll operations
  • Strong expertise in payroll tax compliance and audit practices across federal, state, and local levels
  • Proficiency with Workday and ADP strongly preferred
  • Solid understanding of payroll regulations, tax laws, and industry best practices
  • Strong analytical and reconciliation skills with a high degree of accuracy
  • Demonstrated ability to lead payroll initiatives and drive process improvements
  • Experience mentoring and fostering collaborative, high-performing teams
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with a resolution-oriented mindset for addressing escalated payroll concerns
  • Proven track record of identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and implementing streamlined practices
Benefits
  • Vacation, Personal, and Sick time
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401(k) plan
  • Discounts on brand‑name apparel
  • Fun employee events
  • Meaningful opportunities for growth and advancement
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Hard Skills & Tools
payroll processingpayroll tax complianceaudit practicesanalytical skillsreconciliation skillsprocess improvementsproblem-solving
Soft Skills
leadershipmentorshipcollaborationstrategic thinkingresolution-oriented mindset