Senior Payroll Administrator

R1 RCM

. Support biweekly hourly and semi-monthly salaried payroll cycles for 10,000+ employees .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $52,025 - $97,529 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in payroll processing, including validation, auditing, and compliance with federal and state laws. Proficient in Workday and ADP SmartCompliance, with strong analytical skills to troubleshoot payroll issues and ensure accuracy.

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Workday ExperienceADP SmartCompliance ExperiencePayroll ProcessingAnalytical SkillsAttention To Detail

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingAuditingReconciliationTroubleshootingData ValidationIncome Tax AnalysisGarnishment Order ValidationPayroll System ImplementationProcess ImprovementCompliance Maintenance

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCommunicationTime ManagementConfidentialityAttention To Detail

Tools & Technologies

WorkdayADP SmartComplianceServiceNowMicrosoft Excel

Industry Keywords

Payroll LawsSOX ComplianceTimekeepingPayroll Tax FilingsInternal Controls

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ServiceNow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support biweekly hourly and semi-monthly salaried payroll cycles for 10,000+ employees
Validate payroll inputs, troubleshoot exceptions, and meet payroll deadlines
Assist with payroll testing, implementations, system changes, and process improvements
Monitor payroll readiness, audit data, and resolve payroll-impacting issues in Workday
Ensure Payroll and Leave of Absence integrations process successfully in the HRIS
Research and resolve inbound, outbound, and external integration errors and warnings
Monitor timekeeping deadlines and escalate non-compliance trends
Provide first-level payroll support through ServiceNow or a similar ticketing system
Analyze income tax wages and liabilities and reconcile payroll results to financial records
Research work-state, resident-state, and local tax discrepancies
Administer ADP SmartCompliance and support payroll tax filings and payments
Reconcile federal, state, and local payroll tax liabilities between Workday and ADP SmartCompliance
Research rejected filings and system integration issues with HRIS, Payroll, and ADP support
Maintain compliance with internal controls, SOX, and payroll laws
Maintain accurate payroll files and documentation
Validate and audit garnishment orders
Develop and continuously improve payroll Standard Operating Procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 7 years of experience in payroll, timekeeping, or a closely related role
Strong Workday experience
ADP SmartCompliance experience supporting payroll operations
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage competing deadlines in a high-volume environment
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and confidentiality
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including sorting/filtering, pivot tables, formulas, and reconciliations
Knowledge of applicable federal and state payroll laws and regulations
Experience with payroll processing, auditing/reconciliation, and troubleshooting exceptions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus plan at a target of 5.00%
Competitive benefits package
Opportunities to constantly learn, collaborate across groups, and explore new career paths
Reasonable accommodation support for applicants with disabilities