Payroll Specialist

Company Overview

Synergy Flavors, part of the Carbery Group, is more than just a leading international supplier of ingredients to the global food and beverage industry—we’re a team driven by purpose. Our vision is simple yet powerful: enriching lives through healthier and tastier foods.

We believe great flavor starts with great people. That’s why we’re committed to hiring creative, passionate individuals who want to make a real impact. With deep expertise across food, beverage, and nutrition, our teams develop high-quality taste solutions that inspire innovation and elevate everyday experiences.

Your Role in Synergy's Success

The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for accurately and efficiently processing payroll for our employees, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and policies. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of payroll processing, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Key to success in this role is accuracy, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills.

How You Will Contribute

• Lead the biweekly payroll process which includes reaching out to Team Leaders and Managers to resolve timecard errors and omissions.

• Review payroll preview reports to ensure the completeness and accuracy of the payroll being processed.

• Release payroll to ADP by the biweekly cutoff time and ensure payroll is delivered on time.

• Upload the biweekly payroll into the general ledger system.

• Develop reports from ADP to support ongoing initiatives including budgeting, reporting and analysis.

• Work to implement process improvements where necessary.

• Provide assistance as needed to the H.R. Department and the other Payroll team members regarding benefits administration, government compliance reporting and filings, and special projects.

• Provide backup for other payroll team members.

Required Skills and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED Required

• A minimum 1-2 years of Payroll processing experience required

• Experience with ADP Workforce Now is preferred

• Experience with multi-state payroll processing is preferred

• Strong organizational and communication skills

• Attention to detail and ability to work with highly confidential information with discretion

• Ability to multi-task and work well in a fast-paced environment

• Must display solid financial accuracy, ownership of the payroll process, solid work ethic and team focus

Starting Range : $54,000 - 72,500/yr

The actual compensation that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled.

For more information on our benefits click here.

Our Commitment to our People

We are a diverse and growing workforce of over 1,000 people across eight countries globally. As we continue to grow, we want to ensure that Carbery Group continues to be a place where people are supported to develop and feel that they can do their best work. We are committed to driving growth, developing future capability and delivering results through our dedicated teams.

We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and an inclusive workplace where your skills, perspectives, and experience help shape the future of our industry. Join us and be part of a team that values collaboration and makes a meaningful impact - from local communities to global markets.

Carbery Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a supportive work environment.