Job Title: Senior Payroll Specialist – Target
Job Summary:
The Senior Payroll Specialist is responsible for accurately managing both non-exempt and exempt payroll
for the Target US Team while ensuring strict compliance with all applicable federal and state payroll
regulations.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Execute and process payroll runs with 100% accuracy and timeliness, ensuring all employees are
paid correctly and on schedule.
• Perform detailed audits on payroll reports, promptly identifying and resolving errors before
paycheck issuance.
• Monitor and respond to all payroll-related requests within a service level agreement (SLA).
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of US payroll policies, federal and state labor laws, and
regulatory compliance, applying them consistently in daily operations.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and the HQ team to maintain and update payroll process
documentation.
• Support special projects, including year-end payroll activities and system downtimes,
demonstrating flexibility in adapting to workload variations.
• Foster positive working relationships within the team to build credibility and ensure seamless
payroll operations.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Minimum 1 year of hands-on payroll experience with thorough knowledge of federal and state
payroll regulations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong attention to detail, professional communication skills, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to analyze payroll data to support business
decisions.
• Willingness to work extended hours as required during critical periods.