Senior Payroll Administrator

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The Senior Payroll Administrator is responsible for accurate and timely administration of multi-state US and Canada payroll. This role serves as a subject matter expert, exercises independent judgment in interpreting payroll regulations, establishes procedures and supports the Payroll Team Lead with complex compliance, audit and system related initiatives.

 

As a part of Tyler’s corporate staff, you will make an impact on outcomes that affect various areas of the company. Your work will ultimately support our team members, clients, stakeholders, and the public sector.

Location

Yarmouth, Maine | Plano, Texas

Travel

0-5%

Responsibilities

 
  • Administer payroll for approximately 7,500 employees across multiple states, countries and divisions.
  • Oversees and supports accurate employee payroll data maintenance, including tax withholding, 401k, ESPP and garnishment deductions.
  • Work with UKG to resolve issues including tax notices and system issues.
  • Considered the go-to person regarding payroll laws, research and analysis.
  • Establish and communicate payroll procedures.
  • Serves as escalation point for complex payroll issues.
  • Create and maintain department documentation.
  • Train, guide and mentor Payroll Administrator as needed.
  • Provide training and guidance to Divisional HR Reps to resolve payroll and paycheck issues in a timely manner.
  • Update state unemployment rates in system and maintain spreadsheet.
  • Facilitate year-end processes and stay up to date on system upgrades and new features.
  • Assist Team Lead with tax payment reconciliations.
  • Assist Team Lead with internal/external audit of HR/Payroll processes.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
 

Qualifications

  • Some college in business, math, accounting /finance or related discipline is preferred.
  • 5+ years of multi-state payroll experience required.
  • Experience with multi-country payroll operations in APAC is a plus.
  • CPP is preferred.
  • Experience with payroll software is required; UKG experience is preferred.
  • Advanced knowledge of payroll taxes.
  • Experience with tax requirements for visa employees is preferred.
  • Knowledge of SOX and SSA-16 audit requirements is preferred.
  • Knowledge of ex-patriot tax requirements is a plus.
  • Outstanding customer service and problem-solving skills.
  • Highly proficient with Microsoft Office products, especially Microsoft Excel.
 

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Requisition Number:2026-8271
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