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Senior Payroll Specialist roles qualify for employment-based green card sponsorship under EB-2 or EB-3, depending on your degree and the employer's requirements. PERM labor certification is the first filing step, and many payroll operations teams at mid-to-large employers have established sponsorship pipelines for this function.
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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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Translate your payroll credentials into PERM language
PERM requires your employer to define the minimum requirements for your role. Document your degree field, any CPA or CPP certification, and specific payroll systems experience so the job description reflects your actual qualifications without overstating them.
Target employers with dedicated payroll departments
Companies processing payroll in-house across multiple states or entities are more likely to sponsor than those using outsourced payroll vendors. Look for postings that list multistate tax compliance, HRIS administration, or union payroll as core duties.
Search sponsoring employers using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Senior Payroll Specialist roles by employers with active EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history, so you spend time on applications where a PERM pathway already exists rather than negotiating it from scratch.
Verify the prevailing wage before your offer stage
DOL sets the prevailing wage for your role based on location and experience level using the OFLC Wage Search. Confirm your offered salary meets at least the Level II or Level III threshold before signing, since PERM filings are rejected if the wage falls short.
Understand why EB-3 avoids the H-1B lottery problem
Unlike H-1B visa, EB-3 green card sponsorship has no annual lottery and no cap concerns for most nationalities. Your employer files PERM and I-140 directly, and the process runs on a deterministic timeline rather than a random selection event.
Ask about concurrent filing eligibility before accepting
If your priority date is current when the I-140 is approved, you can file I-485 adjustment of status concurrently. For Senior Payroll Specialists from most countries outside India and China, this can significantly compress the time to permanent residency.
Green Card Senior Payroll Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior Payroll Specialist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Senior Payroll Specialist positions qualify under EB-3 as a skilled worker or professional, since the role typically requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field plus meaningful work experience. EB-2 sponsorship is available if the employer can document that the position requires an advanced degree, which is less common for standard payroll roles but possible for senior or strategic-level positions at larger organizations.
How is the green card PERM process different from H-1B sponsorship for payroll roles?
H-1B is a temporary nonimmigrant visa subject to an annual lottery, with a maximum stay of six years for most holders. PERM-based green card sponsorship has no lottery, no annual cap concerns for EB-3 in most countries, and leads directly to permanent residency. The tradeoff is a longer process: PERM labor certification, I-140 petition, and I-485 adjustment of status can take two to four years or more, depending on your country of birth and DOL processing times.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for a payroll employer?
PERM requires your employer to conduct a DOL-supervised recruitment campaign to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role. This includes job postings, newspaper ads, and internal notices over a defined period. Your employer then files the ETA-9089 with DOL, which currently takes several months to over a year to certify. You cannot file the I-140 immigrant petition until PERM is certified.
How do I find Senior Payroll Specialist jobs where the employer will actually sponsor a green card?
Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Senior Payroll Specialist roles filtered by employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship history, so you can focus your search on companies already familiar with the PERM process rather than trying to convince an employer to sponsor for the first time.
Can a Certified Payroll Professional credential strengthen my EB-2 or EB-3 petition?
Yes. A CPP or FPC certification from the American Payroll Association can reinforce the employer's case that the role requires specialized skills, which supports both the job description in the PERM filing and the EB-2 or EB-3 classification. USCIS looks at whether the position genuinely requires the qualifications listed, so a recognized industry credential adds credibility to that argument.