Payroll Systems Specialist

Sodexo has an opening to join its Payroll team at the Cheektowaga location. This is a hybrid position, offering a combination of in-office and remote work.

About the job

Join a team where precision meets purpose. In this role, you'll be at the core of payroll systems and operations—ensuring data accuracy, upholding compliance, and supporting secure, efficient processes that keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes. You'll also collaborate across departments and with vendors to elevate the payroll experience for employees and partners alike. What’s in it for You? Play a key role in ensuring accurate, on-time payroll that supports thousands of team members. Use your attention to detail to drive data integrity and system security across platforms. Support and guide your peers, becoming a trusted expert in payroll operations and compliance. Gain hands-on experience with system administration, access control, and process documentation. Build strong relationships with internal teams and external vendors to streamline payroll support. Influence process improvements and contribute to the standardization of operational procedures. Grow your career in a collaborative environment where problem-solving and precision are valued.

The role of an individual contributor within the organization focuses on completing specific tasks and projects; contributing directly through their skills and expertise. Performs specialized technical tasks to support operations. Work is primarily achieved independently, however may collaborate with a team.

Pay Range: $27.05 per hour - $35.01 per hour

What’s in it for you

What you’ll bring

• A sharp eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy, especially when working with complex payroll data.

• Proven ability to coordinate tasks, manage priorities, and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

• A collaborative mindset with strong communication skills to build productive relationships across teams and vendors.

• Comfort navigating change with flexibility and resilience—whether solving a system issue or supporting a process shift.

• A proactive, solution-oriented approach to improving workflows, ensuring compliance, and maintaining operational excellence.

Requirements

• Education Requirement: High School Diploma/GED or Associate's degree or equivalent experience

• Related Experience: 0-1 years

What we offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs

• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

Who we are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form. (https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/dbdf3c39f65e4cd49eda84cc599389ab)