Senior Payroll Specialist

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a...

In this role, you will:

• Consult on activities requiring specialized expertise related to maintaining complete and accurate records of payroll information
• Contribute in providing work direction, coaching, and managing daily schedules
• Consult in payroll inquires, records, deductions, and procedures
• Improve and update operations by maintaining accurate records of payroll information
• Guide resolution of payroll regulatory risks by applying understanding of current and new industry practices
• Monitor evolving industry changes and communicating implications to team
• Review complex data with legal compliance and the impact it will have on resources
• Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals
• Improve customer satisfaction

Required Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience in one or a combination of the following: HR Operations, Accounting, Payroll, or Payroll Tax, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Required Qualifications for Europe, Middle East & Africa only:

• Experience in Payroll, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following work experience, training, education

Desired Qualifications:

Job Expectations:

Posting End Date: 

29 Oct 2026

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Equal Opportunity

Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit’s risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.

Applicants with Disabilities

To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.

Drug and Alcohol Policy

 

Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace.  Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.

Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:

a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.

b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.

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