"We have always known that our success comes from our people, but to put it through this lens, we want all our associates to look left and right and see themselves, knowing that Guitar Center is a place where hard work, good ideas, and culture thrive. What they hear from leadership needs to reflect this vision. That means a diverse collection of men, women of all backgrounds and experiences at all levels of our organization. As candidates consider Guitar Center, we want them to know this is who we are and they will feel welcomed here. That’s how we will continue to stick around for another 40, 50, 60 years."? - Ron Japinga, CEO, Guitar Center read more

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Guitar Center Payroll Specialist Salaries in Columbus, GA

The average Guitar Center Payroll Specialist in Columbus, GA earns an estimated $51,928 annually. Guitar Center's Payroll Specialist compensation is $6,756 less than the US average for a Payroll Specialist.

In Columbus, GA, The HR Department at Guitar Center earns $3,381 more on average than the Design Department.

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Average Compensation

$51,928: avg. base

Payroll Specialist Salaries at Guitar Center

In Columbus, GA, Payroll Specialists earn $54,300 less than Recruiters.

Director of HR

$180k*

HR Manager

$121k*

Recruiter

$106k*

* estimated salary

Compensation at Guitar Center by Department

In Columbus, GA, The HR Department averages $3,381 more than the Design Department, and $11,977 less than the Engineering Department

Engineering

$122,852 Avg. total comp.

+$12k

$110,875 Avg. total comp.

Design

$107,494 Avg. total comp.

-$3k

Payroll Specialist Compensation by Gender (All Companies)

The average female Payroll Specialist at companies similar size to Guitar Center reported making $55,284, while the average male Payroll Specialist at similar sized companies reported making $65,360.

Payroll Specialist Compensation by Ethnicity (All Companies)

The average Caucasian Payroll Specialist at companies similar size to Guitar Center reported making $57,360, while the average African American/Black Payroll Specialist at similar sized companies reported making $50,467.

How Payroll Specialists at Guitar Center Rate Their Compensation

The majority of Payroll Specialists at Guitar Center believe they're not compensated fairly. 56% of Payroll Specialists at Guitar Center say they receive annual bonuses, and the majority (44%) are not satisfied with their benefits. See more compensation ratings at Guitar Center

Do you believe you're paid fairly?

26% Yes

Does your company give annual bonuses?

56% Yes

Are you satisfied with your Benefits?

44% Yes

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