Lead Specialist Payroll

Championtarget

Complex payroll exceptions resolution
Day-to-day guidance to specialists
Advanced troubleshooting
The Lead Specialist independently resolves complex payroll exceptions, provides day-to-day guidance to Specialists, and supports cross-coverage across payroll processes

Job Summary

  • The Lead Specialist independently resolves complex payroll exceptions, provides day-to-day guidance to Specialists, and supports cross-coverage across payroll processes.
  • Responsible for executing and coordinating assigned payroll activities with 100% accuracy and timeliness, acting as the first-level escalation point.
  • Contribute to SOPs, checklists, and templates with version control, and identify trends from audits and case data to recommend corrective actions.

Matching Summary

The Lead Specialist independently resolves complex payroll exceptions, provides day-to-day guidance to Specialists, and supports cross-coverage across payroll processes.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Complex payroll exceptions resolution
  • Day-to-day guidance to Specialists
  • Advanced troubleshooting
  • US payroll policies adherence
  • Process payroll accurately and timely
  • Monitor mailboxes and ticket queues

Nice-to-have

  • Coaching and knowledge sharing
  • Adapt to peak volumes
  • Identify trends and recommend actions
  • Flexibility for extended hours

Key Requirements

  • 2+ years payroll operations experience
  • Strong understanding of federal and state payroll
  • Proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • FPC/CPP is an advantage
  • Workday/MyTime knowledge is preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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