Payroll Specialist

Rick's Custom Fencing & Decking is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing across multiple operating companies and states. This role is critical to maintaining payroll integrity as Rick's Custom Fencing & Decking scales through acquisition, and works closely with HR, Accounting, and external payroll & benefits partners to ensure employees are paid correctly and on time. Key Responsibilities Process multi-state, multi-entity payroll on a biweekly basis with a high degree of accuracy Validate hours, deductions, garnishments, bonuses, and commissions prior to each payroll run Maintain payroll records and ensure data integrity across the HRIS and payroll systems Partner with ADP and other third-party payroll providers to resolve processing issues Support 401(k) contribution processing, reconciliation, and reporting in coordination with plan administrators Respond to employee payroll inquiries with professionalism and discretion Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour regulations across all operating states Assist with quarter-end and year-end payroll processes, including W-2 preparation and audits Support payroll integration activities for newly acquired operating companies Maintain accurate payroll documentation to support internal and external audits Identify and recommend process improvements to increase payroll accuracy and efficiency Qualifications 2+ years of payroll processing experience, multi-state experience strongly preferred Working knowledge of ADP or similar payroll platforms Understanding of federal and state wage and hour laws Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy under deadline pressure Proficient in Microsoft Excel Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism Strong organizational and time management skills Experience supporting payroll in a decentralized, multi-entity, or field-based workforce environment is a plus Experience in a private equity-backed or acquisition-driven environment is a plus