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Senior Payroll Specialist

CFS
Grand Rapids, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 1/8/2026 CLOSED ON 2/8/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Payroll Specialist position at CFS?

We are working with a thriving manufacturing company that's looking to add to their payroll team due to continual growth. Our client is rooted in a culture of innovation, with relationships built on trust. These values form the foundation of their journey, inspiring them to push boundaries, pursue excellence, and create lasting partnerships. Their dedication is more than a business venture—it is a reflection of integrity and passion, guiding every product, collaboration, and endeavor. The Senior Payroll Specialist with work closely with the payroll, accounting and finance team.

Salary: $70,000-80,000, plus bonus

Senior Payroll Specialist Responsibilities

  • Accurate and timely processing of the Company’s biweekly salaried payroll in Paycor including wage calculations, deductions and direct deposits
  • Maintain and update employee payroll records and ensure the accuracy of data related to pay, taxes and benefits
  • Produce reporting on payroll metrics for internal and compliance purposes
  • Maintain accurate accounting of payroll on the general ledger
  • Supervise, assist, and backfill for hourly payroll specialist as needed
  • Ensure all payroll activities comply with relevant government laws and regulations, and stay up to date on changing tax laws
  • Act as first point of contact for salaried employees regarding their pay, deductions, and other payroll-related questions
  • Administer the Company’s corporate card program and ensure all charges are reviewed and coded properly
  • Review the Company’s employee expense reports for compliance with the Company’s expense policy

Senior Payroll Specialist Education & Qualifications

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field
  • 4 years of relevant experience in payroll
  • Integrity, discretion and follow through
  • Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
  • Attention to accuracy and details
  • Experience supervising employees
  • Experience with Paycor desired, and other payroll processing software
  • Excellent analytical, decision-making and problem-solving skills
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office systems

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Salary : $65,000 - $85,000

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