Lead end-to-end payroll processing for all employee groups, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and regulatory compliance- Compile, validate, and process payroll data, including hourly, salaried, piece rate, temporary, bonus, commission, and off-cycle payments- Review and reconcile timekeeping data; investigate and resolve discrepancies prior to payroll submission- Maintain, audit, and reconcile payroll records related to wages, deductions, taxes, garnishments, and benefits- Administer payroll processes for temporary employees, including system uploads, agency reporting, and billing support- Manage payroll-related compliance activities, including garnishments, tax filings, statutory reporting, and record retention- Prepare payroll documentation and reports to support internal controls, audits, and financial reviews- Partner with Accounting to provide accurate payroll data, general ledger coding, reconciliations, and year-end reporting (including W-2s)- Serve as the primary point of contact for employee payroll inquiries, providing timely resolution and clear guidance- Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Finance, Accounting, HRIS partners, and vendors to ensure data accuracy and process alignment- Identify, recommend, and implement continuous improvements to payroll systems, workflows, and reporting. Payroll Operations & Compliance - Lead full-cycle payroll processing, including wages, overtime, shift differentials, premiums, bonuses, commissions, garnishments, deductions, taxes, and other adjustments.- Validate timekeeping and payroll data, including complex pay structures, overlapping schedules, and historical adjustments.-