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Senior Payroll Specialist

Creative Financial Staffing

Farmington, CT · Posted November 7, 2026

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Senior Payroll Specialist

CFS is currently partnered with a client that is looking for a talented Senior Payroll Specialist to join their team.

Why Work Here?

The Senior Payroll Specialist will grow a payroll career with an established company that provides stability, long-term opportunity, and professional development

Participate in an employee ownership program, including company stock at no cost

Be part of a collaborative, team-focused environment that values knowledge sharing, mentorship, and continued learning

Take ownership of key payroll functions while developing your expertise and taking on additional responsibilities over time

Work in an accessible location with convenient dining, shopping, and other local amenities nearby

Enjoy a modern, newly designed office with comfortable kitchen and lounge areas

Responsibilities of the Senior Payroll Specialist

The Senior Payroll Analyst will process biweekly payroll accurately and timely while ensuring employee pay, deductions, and adjustments are properly reflected

Review payroll information and support data to identify discrepancies and ensure payroll records remain accurate

Respond to employee payroll questions and provide timely resolutions to issues involving pay, deductions, taxes, and other payroll matters

Perform payroll reconciliations and research variances to ensure payroll-related accounts and records are accurate

Prepare payroll reports and assist with year-end processing, audits, and required payroll reporting

Preferred Qualifications for the Senior Payroll Specialist

3+ years of payroll experience with increasing responsibility

Strong understanding of payroll processes, deductions and compliance requirements

Excellent organizational and time-management skills

Salary: $80,000-$100,000

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