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Position Overview As the Sr. Payroll Administrator, you are responsible for coordinating the day-to-day activities associated with the Payroll Department and ensuring that weekly payroll and ...

Payroll & Tax Manager

Mclean, VA · On-site

$110K - $125K/yr

Review and validate payroll prepared by the Sr. Payroll Administrator. * Ensure the accuracy of employee data, including deductions, garnishments, withholding elections, and compensation changes.

We are seeking a Payroll Administrator to join the team. With competitive compensation, excellent ... About You You will provide senior-level support to the Manager of Payroll, ensuring all payroll ...

Payroll Administrator

Springfield, MA · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

Reporting to the Sr. Director of Human Resources, this role supports the organization's payroll ... The Payroll Administrator also assists with human resource needs, as requested. ESSENTIAL ...

Reporting to the Sr. Director of Human Resources, this role supports the organization's payroll ... The Payroll Administrator also assists with human resource needs, as requested. ESSENTIAL ...

Senior Payroll Specialist

Chicago, IL · On-site

$30.50 - $41.50/hr

The Senior Payroll Specialist will be held accountable for the following responsibilities ... payroll administrator, or equivalent * Experience in a large government organization strongly ...

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How much do senior payroll administrator jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior payroll administrator in the United States is $76,028.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $85,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior Payroll Administrator vs Payroll Specialist?

AspectSenior Payroll AdministratorPayroll Specialist
CredentialsTypically requires payroll certifications (e.g., CPP), experience in payroll processingOften requires similar certifications, entry to mid-level experience
Work EnvironmentWorks in HR or finance departments, handles complex payroll tasksFocuses on payroll processing, data entry, and compliance
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in larger organizations with complex payroll needsCommon in various industries, often entry to mid-level roles
Search & Comparison IntentPeople compare to understand seniority and responsibilitiesOften compared to understand entry-level vs senior roles

The Senior Payroll Administrator typically handles complex payroll processes, supervises payroll staff, and ensures compliance, requiring more experience and certifications. Payroll Specialists focus on processing payroll data accurately and efficiently, often at an entry or mid-level. The senior role involves more oversight and strategic responsibilities, while the specialist role emphasizes operational tasks.

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Infographic showing various Senior Payroll Administrator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,028 per year, or $36.6 per hour.

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Company OverviewJOIN THE WEST COAST'S PREMIER SUSTAINABILITY-DRIVEN INFRASTRUCTURE COMPANY. OWN YOUR FUTURE AT PRS. Founded in 1989, PRS has grown from a pioneering force in cold in-place recycling to a full-service, sustainability-driven infrastructure company. With operations across the Western U.S., we've led the industry in reducing environmental impact while delivering unmatched pavement solutions in a variety of settings. These include roadways, major civic projects, and commercial real estate. Wherever there's pavement, there's PRS.Position Overview

    

As the Sr. Payroll Administrator, you are responsible for coordinating the day-to-day activities associated with the Payroll Department and ensuring that weekly payroll and certified payroll is processed timely and accurately.

Primary Responsibilities                

  • Responsible for full cycle multi-state payroll for 600-700 employees
  • Audits automated and manual timecards for payroll processing
  • Calculate hours, tax withholdings, deductions, bonuses, and union fringes
  • Process and complete all requirements in relation to certified payroll to ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local prevailing wage laws
  • Ensures contractual obligations and submission of certified payroll reports
  • Submit and upload compliance documentation into project specified payroll tracking systems
  • Coordinates with both internal and external customers to ensure compliance with jobs including but not limited to customers, general contractors, subcontractors, government agencies and labor unions
  • Review initial job packets for certified payroll or prevailing wage requirements
  • Reviews and processes tiered subcontractor certified payroll documentation in a timely manner
  • Exports and import timecard information from timecard software into payroll software
  • Reviews and enters labor allocations reported on timecards
  • Prepares termination and check adjustments
  • Handles employee's inquiries regarding payroll checks or deductions on their paychecks
  • Coordinates with the HR department to ensure the correct employee data is on file
  • Process monthly union fringe reports for payment
  • Supports the department with developing, receiving, reviewing, and processing information for a variety of departmental, State, and Federal mandates, and statistical reports and records; verifies accuracy and completion of reports and records; maintains accurate records
  • Coordinates year-end processes
  • Maintains employee confidence and protects payroll operations by keeping confidential information
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Understanding of union/non-union and prevailing wage payroll
  • Strong understanding of union bargaining agreement and labor compliance
  • Demonstrates flexibility to effectively deal with changing priorities and timelines through analytical problem solving
  • Proven time management and follow-through skills with the ability to work on multiple tasks with tight deadlines
  • Current knowledge of applicable federal and state wage and hour laws and taxation
  • Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team-oriented environment
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks, set priorities and meet deadlines in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
  • Display superior written and oral communication skills and effective listening skills
  • Maintain a tactful, mature, and professional demeanor with well-developed interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with diverse personnel
  • Strong audit, reconciliation and internal control compliance 

Education and/or Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in business or accounting preferred
  • Minimum of 2+ years of experience in a senior-level payroll role required
  • A minimum of 7 years of payroll experience required
  • A minimum of 5 years of Union/Prevailing Wage experience required
  • Previous high volume payroll experience with multi-states particularly in CA, NV, AZ, with a medium to large size company is required
  • CPP Certification preferred
  • High Volume environment
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables and VLOOKUP required

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell.
  • The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

We are an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, disability or protected veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Why JoinESOP Retirement Benefits are extended to all employees with participation after one year of service. A typical discretionary annual company contribution can range from 10% to 15% of your annual salary. 401K Retirement Benefits are extended to all Non-union employees. Health, Dental, and Vision as well as other supplemental health insurance. PTO and Holiday Pay. Opportunities for career advancement. On the job training provided to all employees. Work for an industry leader in various disciplines and markets.Salary RangeUSD $80,000.00 - USD $85,000.00 /Yr.Employment Type: FULL_TIME