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Payroll Administrator

Cogir Senior Living
Scottsdale, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026 CLOSED ON 6/9/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Administrator position at Cogir Senior Living?

Job Type

Full-time

Description

THE COMPANY

Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, proudly oversees a network of senior living communities spanning 11 states nationwide. As a trusted leader in senior housing, we are dedicated to growth while maintaining our commitment to exceptional care for our residents and a supportive, growth-focused environment for our team members.

At Cogir, our culture is rooted in the core values of human focus, creativity, and excellence, which inspire us to continuously improve and achieve excellence in all we do. Join us in our mission to enrich the lives of our residents while building a meaningful and fulfilling career!

What We Offer

  • Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
  • 401K with company match.
  • Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Generous Employee Referral Program and more.

Position Summary

The Payroll Administrator will play a crucial role in our company's operational efficiency and customer service excellence. The Payroll Administrator will manage payroll processes, ensure accurate data entry and integrity, and provide exceptional support to employees regarding payroll and benefits. Ideal candidates will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, a strong ability to multitask, and a positive, friendly demeanor.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related inquiries from employees and management.
  • Oversee and process payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and relevant laws.
  • Address and resolve payroll discrepancies and errors promptly.
  • Process and review final paychecks according to state regulations.
  • Assist employees with payroll-related issues and queries.
  • Support the setup of new community payroll systems and tax configurations.
  • Provide backup payroll support at the community level as needed.
  • Ensure compliance with garnishment orders and respond to interrogatories.
  • Offer administrative support to the Accounting Department as required.
  • Ensure timely responses to audit inquiries.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

Education

  • A high school diploma is required.
  • A Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience is preferred.

Experience, Competencies, And Skills

  • At least 1-2 years of previous payroll experience is required.
  • Strong customer-service orientation.
  • Impeccable verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent multi-tasking abilities and attention to detail.
  • Familiarity with payroll software and systems, preferably Paylocity.
  • Knowledge of state and federal payroll laws and regulations.
  • Advanced knowledge of Excel, including pivot tables and lookup functions.
  • Experience in training team members and building training materials is a plus.

WORK SETTING

  • In-person, Monday to Friday.
  • Corporate Office in Scottsdale, AZ.
  • Minimal travel may be required.

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