Payroll Coordinator

For over 75 years, Purvis Industries has been proud to be a family-owned and operated industrial distributor. Today, the company has over 100 locations in 19 states and is one of the country's most significant independent bearing and power transmission distributors. As we grow and continue to expand, our customers find that we stay true to what George Purvis told us more than 80 years ago: if you sell the best products, know the products and how to apply them and keep those products on your shelf, you can take care of your customer, and you will be successful. Let Purvis Industries show you how we practice these principles daily!

Overview 

We are seeking a detail-oriented Multi-State Payroll & Tax Specialist to manage payroll operations and ensure tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions. This role requires expertise in payroll systems, federal and state regulations, and the ability to support employees and cross-functional teams with accuracy and integrity.

Key Responsibilities 

• Process payroll across multiple states on a bi-weekly or weekly basis, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance 
• Maintain payroll records including hires, terminations, wage changes, garnishments, and benefit deductions 
• Ensure tax compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including proper withholding, reporting, and remittance 
• Prepare and file tax documents such as W-2s, 1099s, and quarterly or annual payroll tax returns 
• Monitor legislative changes and update payroll systems accordingly 
• Reconcile payroll and tax accounts and resolve discrepancies with internal teams and tax authorities 
• Support audits and compliance reviews in collaboration with HR, Finance, and external auditors 
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, and payroll policies Generate reports on payroll, labor costs, and tax liabilities for management

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related field preferred 
• Three to five years of payroll experience, including two or more years managing multi-state payroll and tax compliance 
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll regulations 
• Experience with systems such as ADP, Paylocity, Workday, or Ceridian Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools 
• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and deadline management 
• Strong communication and problem-solving abilities 
• CPP or FPC certification is a plus
•  Analytical thinking and accuracy 
• Confidentiality and integrity 
• High-volume payroll management 
• Adaptability to changing regulations 
• Customer service orientation

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401(k) enrollment
• Health insurance 
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Ability to set up a Flexible Spending Account

You will be a valued member of a stable and established company. We are committed to our employee’s professional development and will provide you with ongoing training and opportunities for advancement. Purvis Industries, an Equal Opportunity Employer, promotes a drug-free workplace.