Payroll Specialist
Blythewood, SC | Hybrid (3 days onsite)
$85,000-$90,000 + 5% bonus
We’re supporting a US-based industrial business in the search for a Payroll Specialist. Reporting into the Financial Controller, this role sits between high performing and collaborative HR and finance functions.
This is a hands-on, accountability-heavy role in a business with a complex pay environment and a high-performing sales population.
The Role
You’ll own end-to-end payroll for a ~320-employee population, with a heavy emphasis on variable compensation, commissions, and incentives.
Key responsibilities include:
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Full ownership of bi-weekly payroll, including ~70 hourly employees paid in arrears
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Managing payroll data flow from ADP Payroll Services into downstream systems
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Reviewing, validating, and correcting payroll data where system translations fall short
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Supporting sales incentive plans, commissions, and bonus calculations
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Resolving historical issues around SIP earnings, missed increases, and pay accuracy
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Partnering closely with compliance, finance, and customer service stakeholders
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Overseeing travel & expense processes (Concur, corporate cards, reimbursements)
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Supporting GL coordination and backup processes (manual checks when required)
Systems Environment
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ADP Payroll Services (timesheets, I-9s, payroll processing)
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JD Edwards (E1)
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Concur (T&E)
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Wells Fargo (corporate cards, payments)
What They’re Looking For
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Proven payroll ownership experience in a multi-pay type environment
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Strong exposure to sales commissions, variable pay, and incentive plans
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Detail-driven mindset with the confidence to challenge data and ensure accuracy
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Comfortable operating as the go-to payroll authority
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Strong customer service instincts – payroll issues get resolved, not escalated
If you are interested in learning more please apply or email maxhorton@oakleafpartnership.com for more details.
