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Core Competencies
Role fitCore Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in end-to-end payroll processing, including compliance with US payroll regulations and management of payroll lifecycle components. Proficient in utilizing ADP platforms and Workday for payroll execution and reporting.
Highest-signal resume keywords
End-To-End Payroll ProcessingADP Platforms ExperienceUS Payroll Regulations KnowledgeCPP CertificationProcess Improvement Initiatives
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Hard Skills
Payroll ProcessingData ValidationReconciliationsIssue ResolutionPayroll ReviewsPayroll ReportingCompliance AdministrationAudit DocumentationPayroll ManagementPayroll Transformations
Soft Skills
Attention To DetailProblem-SolvingCommunicationOrganizational SkillsIndependent Work
Tools & Technologies
WorkdayADP EnterpriseADP eTimeADP Smart ComplianceADP Reporting
Certifications & Qualifications
CPP Certification
Industry Keywords
US Payroll OperationsMulti-State PayrollMulti-Entity PayrollShared ServicesGlobal Payroll
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Execute end-to-end payroll processing across multiple US pay groups and legal entities
- Own payroll lifecycle components, including data validation, reconciliations, issue resolution, and final outputs
- Support payroll execution within a Workday–ADP environment, including pre-work, validation, and troubleshooting
- Administer commissions, bonuses, equity transactions, severance, and retroactive adjustments in compliance with regulations
- Monitor payroll timelines and escalate risks when inputs are incomplete or delayed
- Perform payroll reviews and reconciliations before finalization
- Maintain SOX-compliant, audit-ready documentation and support audit requests
- Manage payroll activities for new hires, changes, and separations
- Respond to employee inquiries through shared inbox/ticketing processes
- Prepare payroll reports and support stakeholders with accurate, timely data
- Identify process improvement opportunities and contribute to standardization and automation
- Collaborate with HR, Finance, and external payroll vendors as part of a distributed global team
Requirements
What you’ll need- 5–7 years of experience in US payroll operations (multi-state, multi-entity)
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, HR, or related field
- Strong experience with ADP platforms (Enterprise, eTime, Smart Compliance, Reporting)
- Advanced knowledge of US payroll regulations (federal, state, and local)
- Proven ability to manage end-to-end payroll processes with accountability
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- CPP certification (strongly preferred)
- Experience with Workday or similar HCM systems
- Experience in shared services or global payroll environments
- Exposure to payroll transformations or process improvement initiatives
- Demonstrated leadership mindset, even in an individual contributor role
Benefits
Comp & perks- Paid time off
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)