Payroll Specialist | Delta Township, MI

Salary Range: $47,000 - $72,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for excelling in payroll specialist? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Delta Township seeking experienced Payroll Specialists to drive results.

The Opportunity

We are partnering with organizations in Delta Township that are seeking Payroll Specialists. These companies are committed to building strong teams and are looking for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with Pivot Group, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

• Process accurate and timely multi-state payroll for hourly and salaried employees, including overtime, shift differentials, and bonuses.
• Manage and reconcile timekeeping data from manufacturing floor systems, resolving discrepancies prior to payroll processing.
• Ensure strict compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax laws, including FLSA regulations.
• Administer and process all payroll deductions, including benefits, 401(k), and garnishments.
• Prepare and submit all required payroll tax filings and year-end reporting (W-2s, 941s).
• Resolve employee payroll inquiries and issues promptly and professionally.
• Perform payroll general ledger reconciliations and assist with internal and external audits.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience processing multi-state payroll for 200+ employees, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with major payroll/HRIS systems (e.g., ADP, Workday, Kronos) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and strong analytical problem-solving abilities.
• Understanding of time and attendance systems, shift differentials, and overtime calculations common in manufacturing.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience processing payroll for a unionized workforce.
• Familiarity with common manufacturing timekeeping systems (e.g., Kronos, UKG Time).
• Experience with multi-state payroll processing for a distributed workforce.
• Exposure to HRIS/Payroll modules within large ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Payroll Administrator, Payroll Coordinator, Payroll Clerk, Payroll Manager, HR Payroll Specialist, Senior Payroll Specialist, Payroll Officer, Benefits Payroll Specialist

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.