About the Role
This position is responsible for delivering accurate and compliant payroll services for assigned clients, while taking ownership of day-to-day payroll operations and supporting payroll projects. The role serves as a mid-level specialist who works independently on payroll processing and supports project leaders in system implementations, process improvements, and client communications. A successful candidate demonstrates strong payroll operational skills (speed and accuracy), a solid understanding of multi-state payroll regulations, and a proactive mindset toward continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Process multi-state payrolls for multiple clients independently
- Ensure payroll accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
- Support payroll-related projects, including payroll system implementations and conversions, under the guidance of a Project Leader or Manager
- Review and improve existing payroll procedures to enhance efficiency and quality
- Research regulatory updates and apply changes to payroll operations as needed
- Communicate professionally with clients to resolve payroll inquiries and issues
- Collaborate with internal teams (sales, project members, and IT) to meet client expectations
- Maintain high standards of customer service and data confidentiality
- Participate in internal projects and process improvement initiatives
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Associate degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred
- 3–5 years of payroll processing experience, including multi-state payroll
- Experience processing payroll for multiple companies or clients
- Solid understanding of U.S. payroll regulations, tax rules, and compliance requirements
- Hands-on experience with payroll systems (ADP or similar systems is preferred)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
- Experience supporting payroll projects or system implementations is a plus
Skills
- Excellent and professional verbal and written communication skills in English and Japanese (working proficiency required)
- Reliable self-starter who takes ownership of assigned responsibilities
- Strong prioritization, multitasking, time management, and customer service mind to meet stakeholder expectations and deadlines
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team-oriented environment
- Comfortable learning new systems and adaptable to IT-related changes; not afraid of challenge
- Proactive, flexible, and willing to take on new challenges
- Ability to achieve results aligned with PASONA's and the department's business objectives
Location
- New York, NY
- Atlanta, GA
- Schaumburg, IL
- Houston, TX
- Torrance, CA
- San Jose, CA
Work Type
- Office-based Hybrid
- Remote
Experience Level
- Mid-level specialist
- 3-5 years
Education Level
- Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Salary/Compensations
- $55,000-73,000 (Base Salary) + Profit sharing
Benefits
- Health Ins
- Dental Ins
- Vision Ins
- 401K
- PTO
- Paid Holiday
