Payroll Administrator

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to support accurate and timely payroll operations in Westerville, Ohio. This position plays a key role in reviewing payroll data, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining strong coordination with internal stakeholders and external service partners. The ideal candidate brings analytical strength, sound judgment, and hands-on experience managing payroll processes across multiple states.

Responsibilities:
• Oversee payroll processing activities to ensure employee payments are completed accurately and within established deadlines.
• Review payroll records and related data outputs to identify inconsistencies, investigate variances, and implement corrections as needed.
• Perform reconciliations between payroll reports and outbound data files to confirm completeness and accuracy.
• Conduct routine audits of payroll information, calculations, and supporting records to maintain compliance and data integrity.
• Track issue resolution timelines, follow up on open items, and help drive prompt closure of payroll-related discrepancies.
• Analyze recurring payroll problems to determine underlying causes and recommend practical process improvements.
• Collaborate with third-party vendors and cross-functional business teams to address payroll questions, system-related issues, and data concerns.
• Maintain a strong working knowledge of payroll systems and reporting tools to support efficient processing and troubleshooting.• Experience administering payroll for a workforce ranging from approximately 101 to 500 employees.
• Proven knowledge of multi-state payroll practices and related processing requirements.
• Hands-on experience using ADP Workforce Now in a payroll environment.
• Strong understanding of core payroll operations, controls, and audit procedures.
• Ability to analyze payroll data, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues with accuracy.
• Experience working with external vendors and internal business partners to support payroll operations.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks effectively.