Description
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a chemicals manufacturing organization in Phoenix, Arizona in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll specialist who can manage complex, high-volume payroll operations while maintaining strict compliance with wage, tax, and reporting requirements. The role will work closely with HR and accounting partners to support payroll accuracy, compensation administration, audits, and employee inquiries in a fast-paced environment.


Responsibilities:

• Administer end-to-end payroll processing on a bi-weekly schedule, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time across multiple states.

• Examine timesheets, earnings, deductions, garnishments, benefit withholdings, and tax entries to confirm each payroll cycle is complete and compliant.

• Coordinate payroll disbursements and support period-end close activities by preparing reports, reconciling...