Payroll Specialist

Role Overview

A respected organization is looking for an experienced payroll professional to join its corporate payroll function in Stamford, CT. The position supports payroll activity across the United States and Canada and works alongside payroll leadership to keep processing accurate, timely, and compliant across multiple jurisdictions.

The role is centered on weekly payroll administration for a workforce of roughly 2,500 employees, with a focus on precision, confidentiality, and cross-functional coordination.

Compensation

The annual pay range for this position is $80,000 to $100,000.

Key Responsibilities

This role involves supporting payroll leadership through weekly payroll cycles for U.S. and Canadian employees, reviewing earnings and deductions, and maintaining reliable payroll records. You will also help ensure time reporting and approvals are properly tracked, answer employee questions, and assist with payroll process changes as systems and procedures evolve.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate brings several years of experience in multi-state payroll, a solid understanding of payroll laws and compliance requirements, and hands-on exposure to HRIS and payroll platforms. Strong Excel skills and the ability to stay organized in a deadline-driven environment are essential.

Benefits and Workplace Culture

The organization offers a strong compensation and benefits package, a team-focused environment, and opportunities for growth from within. The benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, paid holidays, and support for professional development through training, continuing education, and credential-related pay increases.

Additional Information

This employer maintains an equal opportunity hiring policy and provides consideration without discrimination based on protected characteristics. Background checks may be conducted where permitted by law, and the company follows applicable fair-chance hiring rules. Candidate information is handled under the employer’s privacy notices and legal policies. By applying, candidates consent to receiving calls, texts, or emails related to the hiring process, and standard message and data rates may apply.