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Senior Specialist, Payroll - Hybrid

XPO
Portland, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 4/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/24/2026
What you’ll need to succeed as a Senior Specialist, Payroll at XPO
Minimum qualifications:
  • 2 years of experience processing multi-entity, multi-state payrolls in a complex environment
Preferred qualifications:
  • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) credential
  • Experience working with Microsoft Office applications and payroll systems such as Oracle, Kronos, and/or SAP
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
  • Demonstrated ability to identify, analyze, and resolve issues in high-pressure situations while maintaining a professional demeanor, including when navigating challenging or sensitive situations
  • Proven interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment and build strong working relationships
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact confidently with peers, attorneys, end users and all levels of leadership

About the Senior Specialist, Payroll job
Pay, benefits and more:
  • Competitive compensation package
  • Full health insurance benefits are available on day one
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Earn up to 15 days of PTO over your first year
  • 9 paid company holidays
  • 401(k) option with company match
  • Education assistance
  • Opportunity to participate in a company incentive plan

What you’ll do on a typical day:
  • Process ServiceNow payroll case tickets
  • Process weekly and bi-weekly Payroll Control Center alert errors
  • Enter adjustment data into Employee Central Payroll for inclusion in payroll processing
  • Process ACH notifications of change and any rejections
  • Audit pay cards
  • Process stop payments and reissues
  • Calculate, issue and distribute final paychecks and special requests
  • Support other areas and business needs within the department as required


About XPO

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. At XPO, we look for employees who like a challenge and can communicate effectively in all situations. We want to leverage your skills and years of experience to drive positive results while ensuring a bright future for yourself and XPO. If you’re looking for a growth opportunity, join us at XPO.


We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.


All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.


The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.

Benefits:

Sick pay, Bike to work scheme, Maternity and paternity leave

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