Payroll Administrator

This Payroll Administrator role manages end-to-end payroll operations for a multi-site organization, ensuring accurate and timely processing for a large employee population. The position maintains strict compliance with all applicable payroll laws and internal policies while partnering closely with HR and Accounting to support accurate data, reporting, and employee experience.

Responsibilities

Process biweekly payroll for 300+ employees, ensuring accurate timesheets, deductions, and adjustments.
Administer UKG Pro and UKG Workforce Management systems to support all payroll activities.
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and internal policies.
Partner with HR and Accounting teams to ensure accurate employee data, general ledger interfaces, and reporting.
Manage payroll updates including pay rate changes, benefits elections, tax changes, and garnishments.
Conduct regular payroll audits to identify and resolve discrepancies and support internal and external reviews.
Handle employee payroll inquiries in a timely, professional manner and resolve issues or discrepancies.
Oversee direct deposits, 401(k) administration, and payroll-related reporting.
Maintain strong internal controls over payroll processes and documentation.
Perform accurate data entry and maintain organized payroll records.
Utilize Microsoft Office tools to prepare reports, reconciliations, and analysis related to payroll.

Essential Skills

35+ years of payroll experience, preferably in a multi-site environment.
Strong experience with UKG Pro and UKG Workforce Management systems.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Human Resources, or a related field.
Solid understanding of end-to-end payroll processes, including payroll accounting and payroll tax.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll regulations and compliance requirements.
Proficiency in payroll processing and payroll accounting, including handling deductions, benefits, and garnishments.
Strong data entry skills with a high degree of accuracy.
Experience working with internal controls related to payroll.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and related tools.
High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience supporting 401(k) administration and retirement plan contributions through payroll.
Familiarity with employee benefits administration as it relates to payroll, including flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.
Ability to collaborate effectively with HR, Accounting, and other departments.
Strong communication skills to address employee questions and explain payroll information clearly.
Organizational skills to manage multiple deadlines in a biweekly payroll cycle.
Comfort working with both operational and office staff in a mixed environment.

Work Environment

This role operates in a mixed cubicle and manufacturing environment, supporting employees across multiple locations. You will primarily work in an office setting using computer-based systems such as UKG Pro, UKG Workforce Management, and Microsoft Office. The position involves regular interaction with HR, Accounting, and employees across the organization. Standard business hours are typical, aligned with biweekly payroll cycles and key processing deadlines. The environment supports a comprehensive benefits package, which may include 401(k) with matching, dental and vision insurance, health-related accounts, life insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, and an employee assistance program.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Georgetown, KY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $80000.00/yr. Earns no less than $684 / wk 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Georgetown, KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 25, 2026.

Payroll Administrator at Aston Carter

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