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Payroll Specialist - Team Lead

AB Staffing Solutions
life insurance, sick time, 401(k)
United States, Arizona, Gilbert
3451 Mercy Road (Show on map)
Sep 04, 2025
Payroll Team Lead Join AB Staffing Solutions, a respected local company with over 23 years of experience. We have consistently been recognized by Inc. 5000 as one of America's fastest-growing private companies, featured on the Forbes' list of America's Best Recruiting Firms in 2025! We are in search of a dependable Payroll Specialist to join our growing team. This is an in-office position. The Payroll Team Lead plays a critical role in leading, training, and supporting the payroll team to ensure accurate and timely pay for all traveling healthcare professionals. This position requires strong leadership, organization, and communication skills while maintaining Payroll Specialist responsibilities. Job Summary The Payroll Team Lead will oversee the daily workflow of the payroll team, ensuring goals and deadlines are met. This role will communicate targets from upper management, assist in training, troubleshoot payroll issues, and help motivate the team while maintaining individual payroll duties. Responsibilities Communicate goals and targets from upper management to the team Coordinate and monitor workflow and processing deadlines Assist with closing out payroll and pulling deposits Train and support payroll team members Troubleshoot and resolve payroll issues Help lead, motivate, and coach the team Maintain Payroll Specialist duties and provide coverage as needed Perform other duties as assigned Skills Excellent organizational and multitasking skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Attention to detail and accuracy Leadership and team motivation abilities Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) Payroll software knowledge (ADP, Salesforce experience a plus) Reliable and self-starter Benefits Direct deposit every Friday! Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance available. PTO and Sick Time 401(k) Qualifications High school diploma or GED required 6+ months of payroll experience Experience leading or coaching a team preferred Strong communication and organizational skills