[Hiring] Lead Payroll Technician REMOTE USA
Position: Lead Payroll Technician
Date Posted: August 7, 2025
Industry: Payroll / Human Resources / Manufacturing
Employment Type: Full Time
Experience: 2+ years of payroll experience in a high-volume, multi-state environment
Qualification: High school diploma or equivalent required
Salary: $25.88 – $37.00 per hour
Location: Mason, United States REMOTE
Company: Dart Container
Description:
Are you an experienced payroll professional who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments? Dart Container is searching for a Lead Payroll Technician to join our growing team. This hybrid or fully remote position (depending on your location) offers the opportunity to apply your payroll knowledge and leadership abilities in a collaborative and mission-driven company.
You’ll be the main point of contact for complex payroll matters, guiding other Payroll Technicians, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing across multiple states. This position requires a deep understanding of payroll systems and labor regulations, with an emphasis on analytical thinking and confidentiality.
Key Responsibilities:
• Handle payroll support for employees, including entering preferences for deductions, direct deposits, and tax withholdings
• Respond to pay-related inquiries and manage W-2 form reprints
• Guide Payroll Technicians in resolving complicated issues, provide training, and monitor team workload
• Accurately calculate payroll corrections, process exceptions, and ensure appropriate authorization for on-demand checks
• Interpret court orders for garnishments and child support; interact with courts to resolve concerns
• Oversee centralized Friend of the Court (FOC) programs and troubleshoot system interface issues
• Collaborate with internal departments to address and resolve payroll-related concerns
• Manage data flow through system interfaces and ensure accurate payroll calculations (from gross wages to taxes and general ledger entries)
• Reconcile payroll balances, analyze discrepancies, and ensure compliance with internal controls
• Handle sensitive payroll data while adhering to strict confidentiality standards
• Participate in system testing for tax updates and new pay schedules
• Contribute to the generation and distribution of year-end W-2 forms
• Perform leadership duties in alignment with departmental goals and timelines
Leadership Responsibilities:
• May supervise or provide functional guidance to other payroll staff
Required Qualifications and Experience:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least 2 years of progressive payroll experience using an ERP system in a large, multi-state setting
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience with SAP payroll or similar platforms
• In-depth understanding of payroll functionality and federal/state tax laws
• Demonstrated ability to work with mathematical data (percentages, ratios, averages, etc.)
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to communicate clearly with both internal and external stakeholders
• Able to manage tasks independently in a remote or hybrid environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize competing tasks
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality
Preferred Qualifications:
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, IT, or related field
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC)
• Experience with in-house payroll processing systems
• Familiarity with managing multi-state child support and garnishment processing
• Advanced payroll knowledge and exposure to accounting principles
About Dart Container:
With over 13,000 employees and a presence in four countries, Dart Container has been making daily life more convenient for over five decades. Known for producing the iconic red SOLO cup and a wide variety of take-out containers, Dart is a family-owned company with a deep commitment to values, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Employee Benefits Include:
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Paid holidays and vacation time
• Short-term disability and tuition reimbursement
• Discounts on Dart products
• Wellness programs and volunteer opportunities
Compliance Notice:
Dart Container is a drug-free workplace. Drug testing (excluding THC*) and background checks are required post-offer.
*THC testing is conducted only where legally mandated.
Dart is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any protected category.
To learn more about equal opportunity at Dart, visit: https://www.dartcontainer.com/eeoaa/
If you need accommodations or assistance during the application process, please contact Dart:
• ADA: (800) 545-3278 Ext 3370 or ADArequests@dart.biz
• Application help: (800) 545-3278 Ext 3390 or applicationassistance@dart.biz
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