Senior Payroll Specialist

KNAPP North America

. Serve as a payroll subject matter expert managing complex payroll activities.

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeKennesaw • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex payroll activities, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and leading payroll processing and audits. Proficient in payroll systems and reporting tools, with a strong focus on process improvement and operational efficiency.

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Complex Payroll ProcessingPayroll Compliance ManagementPayroll System ImplementationCertified Payroll Professional (CPP)Advanced Microsoft Excel

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Hard Skills

Payroll RegulationsMulti-State Payroll ProcessingPayroll AuditsPayroll TaxationPayroll Reporting ToolsProcess DocumentationData ReconciliationPayroll BalancingGarnishments ManagementWage-Related Compliance

Soft Skills

CommunicationCoachingProblem SolvingCollaborationAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

ADPSuccessFactorsHRIS PlatformsPayroll TechnologyPayroll Reporting Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)

Industry Keywords

Payroll LegislationCompliance ReviewsOperational EfficiencyProcess ImprovementPayroll Governance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a payroll subject matter expert managing complex payroll activities.
Handle complex payroll transactions and scenarios while ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Lead end-to-end payroll processing, including audits, validations, reconciliations, and payroll balancing.
Review payroll data and resolve discrepancies before processing.
Administer and monitor payroll taxes, garnishments, deductions, and wage-related compliance requirements.
Provide guidance on payroll legislation, taxation, system functionality, and best practices.
Research and resolve difficult payroll issues.
Maintain knowledge of payroll laws, regulations, and industry trends.
Prepare documentation for internal and external audits.
Participate in compliance reviews and controls testing.
Identify payroll risks and recommend corrective actions.
Support payroll controls and governance processes.
Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and operational efficiency.
Participate in payroll system implementations, upgrades, testing, and integrations.
Develop and update payroll procedures, process documentation, and training materials.
Support HRIS, payroll technology, and process transformation initiatives.
Coach, guide, and share knowledge with Payroll Administrators and Payroll Specialists.
Assist with onboarding and training new payroll team members.
Partner with HR, Finance, Benefits, and business leaders on payroll matters.
Support reporting requests and provide payroll analysis.
Communicate with employees regarding sensitive and complex payroll matters.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
5+ years of progressive payroll experience.
Experience processing complex multi-state payrolls.
Strong knowledge of payroll regulations, wage and hour requirements, and payroll taxation.
Experience with payroll systems, HRIS platforms, and payroll reporting tools.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification preferred.
Experience supporting payroll audits and compliance initiatives.
Experience participating in payroll system implementations, upgrades, or migrations.
Knowledge of ADP, SuccessFactors, or other enterprise payroll platforms.
Authorization to work in the U.S.
Passport or ability to obtain passport.
Professional office etiquette is required at all times.
Ability to sit for long periods of time, stand, walk, speak, demonstrate visual acuity, finger dexterity, listening, reaching at arm's length, and lift up to 20 pounds.
Strict adherence to KNAPP's drug-free workplace policy and successful drug screening.

Benefits

Comp & perks

2 remote days per week
Half day Fridays
A beautiful new, state-of-the-art, office complex in Kennesaw, GA
Industry competitive compensation
Great benefits with better than average employer contributions, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short & Long Term Disability and more!
401k with a very generous employer match and no vesting!
Paid Vacation & Holidays
Profit Sharing
Paid Parental Leave
Subsidized Daycare
Tuition Reimbursement
Pet Insurance
Subsidized food delivery
Monthly celebrations
Quarterly employee events
Corporate Social Responsibility including recycling, sustainability and volunteering