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Senior Payroll Specialist/ Payroll Manager (Financial/ Payroll)

22nd Century Technologies, Inc.
$50.00/hr to $55.00/hr. on w2
United States, Rhode Island, Providence
Mar 12, 2026
Job Title: Senior Payroll Specialist/ Payroll Manager (Financial/ Payroll) Pay rate: $50.00/hr to $55.00/hr. on w2 without benefits Location: Providence, RI, 02908 Duration: 06+ Months Hours/Week: 35 hours a week working Role & Responsibilities: Responsible for maintaining strict scheduling of processing payrolls and vouchers in accordance with state laws, regulations, prescribed policies, and directives. Supervise the development, maintenance, and review of computer data information and systems for accurate and timely performance. Provide proper techniques and procedures to efficiently audit state payrolls and vouchers. Responsible for the application of federal and state laws, rules, regulations, contracts, and agreements relating to the payment of payroll or vendors. Development and filing of accurate Federal and State monthly and quarterly payroll tax returns. Maintain an effective liaison with all state departments and agencies to ensure proper payments to employees or vendors and to resolve various problems as required. Work with State retirement, ERSRI, to manage and maintain accurate employee records for State Pensions. Responsible for closing the year-end payroll accounts and producing accurate annual W2/W3 forms and filings. Required Skills: A thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques relating to Preaudit procedures as they relate to payments of various types of payroll transactions. Full Payroll Process Cycle, inclusive of the development and filing of all required tax returns. State and federal laws, rules, and regulations, and basic provisions of business and union contracts. The ability to determine the mathematical accuracy, legality, and propriety of payroll payments or payments to vendors, and related capacities and skills. Required Qualifications: Education: Graduation from a college of recognized standing with specialization in finance, accounting, business management, or public administration. Certification as a certified payroll professional is preferred. Required Experience: Strong Excel skills. Proven experience as a payroll specialist or payroll manager. Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals and payroll best practices. Knowledge of legislation and regulations of the subject matter. Proficient in MS Office and working knowledge of Workday software. Trustworthy with attention to confidentiality. Outstanding organizational ability with strong attention to detail. Excellent communication skills. Governmental experience preferred.