• Serve as a subject matter authority for payroll operations, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws. • Oversee and process complex payroll transactions, adjustments, and reconciliations. • Conduct detailed audits of payroll data to ensure accuracy and compliance. • Collaborate with HR, Finance, and third-party vendors to resolve escalated payroll issues. • Support tax filings, year-end processing, and regulatory reporting requirements. • Maintain and update payroll process documentation and standard operating procedures. • Analyze payroll data, identify trends, and recommend process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency. • Test and implement system enhancements, upgrades, or new payroll functionality in collaboration with HRIS or IT. • Provide training, guidance, and support to payroll team members. • Respond to complex employee and management inquiries regarding payroll policies and practices. • Stay current on payroll guidelines, tax laws, and regulatory updates to support compliance.