Sr. Payroll Specialist (Charlotte NC or Remote Possible)

Job title: Sr. Payroll Specialist (Charlotte NC or Remote Possible) in Charlotte, NC at United Utility Services, LLC

Company: United Utility Services, LLC

Job description: About UsWelcome to United Utility, a dynamic player in the electric utility industry, headquartered in the vibrant city of New Orleans, LA. As a trailblazer, we provide comprehensive and innovative offerings that bolster power infrastructure investments across the U.S. We proudly serve as the parent company to industry-leading utility service contractors specializing in transmission, substation, distribution, and grid hardening projects. At United Utility, we are committed to powering progress and fostering a diverse, inclusive work environment.About the RoleThe Senior Payroll Specialist is responsible for overseeing and managing the organization’s end-to-end payroll process. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, processes multi-state payroll, audits records for accuracy, and works closely with HR and Finance departments to support payroll operations and reporting. The Senior Payroll Specialist serves as a subject matter expert and mentor for junior payroll staff.Key Responsibilities

• Process weekly or bi-weekly payrolls for multiple entities or locations.


• Audit and reconcile payroll data, including hours worked, tax withholdings, and benefit deductions.


• Maintain payroll records in accordance with company policies and government regulations.


• Resolve payroll discrepancies and respond to employee inquiries in a timely and professional manner.


• Prepare and submit payroll reports for internal and external stakeholders.


• Assist with year-end activities, including W-2 processing and annual reconciliations.


• Ensure compliance with labor laws, tax regulations, and internal controls.


• Partner with HR and Finance teams for payroll-related audits and reporting.


• Train and support junior payroll staff; review their work for accuracy and completeness.


• Identify opportunities to streamline and improve payroll processes and systems.

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred or 4+ years of experience in payroll processing, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead role.


• Proficiency in payroll systems such as Sage 300 CRE & UKG.


• Proficiency in Crystal Reports


• Strong knowledge of payroll best practices, tax laws, and wage/hour regulations.


• Excellent organizational and time management skills.


• High attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information with discretion.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.


• CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) certification is preferred but not required.

Expected salary:

Location: Charlotte, NC

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