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Payroll Consultant roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, where your employer files on your behalf to establish permanent residency. Specialized payroll expertise in multi-state compliance, HRIS systems, or union payroll positions you well for sponsorship with employers who depend on that depth.
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INTRODUCTION
At T-Mobile, we invest in YOU! Our Total Rewards Package ensures that employees get the same big love we give our customers. All team members receive a competitive base salary and compensation package - this is Total Rewards. Employees enjoy multiple wealth-building opportunities through our annual stock grant, employee stock purchase plan, 401(k), and access to free, year-round money coaches. That’s how we’re UNSTOPPABLE for our employees!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This role provides payroll expertise to ensure accurate and compliant payroll processing within the organization. It manages payroll programs and supports payroll operations by troubleshooting issues, assisting escalations, and contributing to process improvements. Success is measured by timely and accurate payroll processing, compliance adherence, and effective collaboration with internal partners. The work impacts organizational payroll integrity and supports internal clients through subject matter expertise and process optimization.
** This is a hybrid role (3 days/week in the office) and will be based in Overland Park, KS. **
Job Responsibilities:
- Manage payroll programs to ensure accurate payment and reporting
- Coordinate and execute payroll tax, garnishments, and general payroll operations to maintain compliance and operational effectiveness
- Lead and participate in payroll-related projects by coordinating timelines, facilitating meetings, and validating data through testing
- Develop and implement process improvements, standardization, and automation to enhance payroll accuracy and efficiency
- Collaborate with internal partners such as Legal, Accounting, and Human Resources to resolve payroll issues and support compliance
- Also responsible for other duties/projects as assigned by business management as needed
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree plus 2 years of related work experience OR combination of education and experience deemed equivalent (Required)
- 4+ years of progressive payroll experience (Preferred)
- Experience performing numerous functions of HR, Payroll, reporting applications, and system integrations (Preferred)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Communication (Required)
- Confidentiality (Required)
- Data Analysis (Required)
- Documentation Maintenance (Required)
- Legal Compliance (Required)
- Operational Efficiency (Required)
- Payroll Administration (Required)
- Payroll Analysis (Required)
- Payroll Processing (Required)
- Prioritization (Required)
- Trend Analysis (Required)
Licenses and Certifications:
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Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) (Preferred)
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At least 18 years of age
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
Travel:
Travel Required (Yes/No): No
DOT Regulated:
DOT Regulated Position (Yes/No): No
Safety Sensitive Position (Yes/No): No
COMPENSATION
- Base Pay Range: $54,500 - $98,400
- Corporate Bonus Target: 10%
The pay range above is the general base pay range for a successful candidate in the role. The successful candidate’s actual pay will be based on various factors, such as work location, qualifications, and experience, so the actual starting pay will vary within this range.
At T-Mobile, employees in regular, non-temporary roles are eligible for an annual bonus or periodic sales incentive or bonus, based on their role. Most Corporate employees are eligible for a year-end bonus based on company and/or individual performance and which is set at a percentage of the employee’s eligible earnings in the prior year. Certain positions in Customer Care are eligible for monthly bonuses based on individual and/or team performance. To find the pay range for this role based on hiring location, click here.
At T-Mobile, our benefits exemplify the spirit of One Team, Together! A big part of how we care for one another is working to ensure our benefits evolve to meet the needs of our team members. Full and part-time employees have access to the same benefits when eligible. We cover all of the bases, offering medical, dental and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, 401(k), employee stock grants, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and up to 12 paid holidays - which total about 4 weeks for new full-time employees and about 2.5 weeks for new part-time employees annually - paid parental and family leave, family building benefits, back-up care, enhanced family support, childcare subsidy, tuition assistance, college coaching, short- and long-term disability, voluntary AD&D coverage, voluntary accident coverage, voluntary life insurance, voluntary disability insurance, and voluntary long-term care insurance. We don't stop there - eligible employees can also receive mobile service & home internet discounts, pet insurance, and access to commuter and transit programs! To learn about T-Mobile’s amazing benefits, check out www.t-mobilebenefits.com.
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As part of the T-Mobile team, you know the Un-carrier doesn’t have a corporate ladder–it’s more like a jungle gym of possibilities! We love helping our employees grow in their careers, because it’s that shared drive to aim high that drives our business and our culture forward. By applying for this career opportunity, you’re living our values while investing in your career growth–and we applaud it. You’re unstoppable!
T-Mobile USA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All decisions concerning the employment relationship will be made without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religious affiliation, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, the presence of any physical or mental disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Discrimination, retaliation or harassment based upon any of these factors is wholly inconsistent with how we do business and will not be tolerated.
Talent comes in all forms at the Un-carrier. If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know by emailing ApplicantAccommodation@t-mobile.com or calling 1-844-873-9500. Please note, this contact channel is not a means to apply for or inquire about a position and we are unable to respond to non-accommodation related requests.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Payroll Consultant
Document your payroll specialization before applying
Gather performance reviews, project summaries, and employer letters that detail your payroll system experience, ADP, Workday, SAP, or union payroll. PERM requires proving your qualifications match the job's minimum requirements, so specific documentation matters.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Search the DOL's OFLC Wage Search and public PERM disclosure data to identify companies that have sponsored payroll or HR roles before. Employers with prior PERM experience move faster and make fewer procedural errors.
Clarify sponsorship intent before the offer stage
Ask directly during final-round interviews whether the company has a policy on PERM sponsorship for payroll roles. Some employers sponsor selectively based on role criticality, so confirming early saves you from offers that stall at the visa stage.
Understand how EB-3 affects your PERM job description
Under EB-3, the PERM job description must reflect your actual duties, and the employer must prove no qualified U.S. worker is available. Make sure your day-to-day responsibilities, including compliance audits and payroll system configuration, are accurately captured in the role definition.
Use Migrate Mate to find green-card-sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to filter Payroll Consultant roles by employers with verified green card sponsorship history. This cuts the time spent identifying which companies are genuinely open to PERM filing for payroll professionals.
Prepare for the PERM prevailing wage requirement early
The DOL sets a prevailing wage for your role and location that the employer must meet before PERM can proceed. Cross-check your offered salary against the OFLC Wage Search so you can spot a wage issue before it delays your labor certification.
Green Card Payroll Consultant: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Payroll Consultant role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Payroll Consultant positions can qualify under both categories. EB-3 covers skilled workers with at least two years of training or experience, which most payroll roles meet. EB-2 applies when the employer requires an advanced degree or the candidate demonstrates a national interest waiver basis, which is less common in payroll but possible for senior-level roles involving complex multi-jurisdiction compliance or HRIS implementation oversight.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for Payroll Consultants?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status with an annual cap and lottery, requiring renewal every few years. Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 leads to permanent residency with no cap at the EB-3 level for most nationalities. The PERM process takes longer upfront, typically one to three years from labor certification to approval, but the outcome is permanent rather than dependent on lottery results or employer-tied renewals.
What does the PERM process look like for a Payroll Consultant position?
Your employer starts by requesting a prevailing wage determination from the DOL, then conducts a supervised recruitment campaign to show no qualified U.S. worker is available for the role. Once that record is established, they file the PERM application with DOL. After PERM certification, the employer files an I-140 petition with USCIS. You then wait for an immigrant visa number to become available before filing for adjustment of status or consular processing.
Which employers sponsor green cards for Payroll Consultants?
Employers with large, complex payroll environments are most likely to sponsor: multi-state corporations, companies running enterprise HRIS platforms like Workday or SAP, and professional employer organizations that manage payroll across hundreds of clients. Use Migrate Mate to search for Payroll Consultant roles filtered by employers with a documented history of green card sponsorship, which removes the guesswork from your job search.
Can I switch employers while my green card is in process as a Payroll Consultant?
Once your I-140 is approved and your priority date is current or close, portability rules under AC21 allow you to change employers if the new role is in the same or similar occupational classification. For payroll professionals, this generally means staying within payroll, compensation, or broader HR operations. Changing jobs before I-140 approval typically requires restarting the PERM process with the new employer.