Payroll Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our team in Hebron, Kentucky on a Contract basis. This position is ideal for someone who can manage payroll operations with accuracy and consistency across a large employee population in multiple states. The role will focus on ensuring timely payroll processing, maintaining compliance with applicable regulations, and supporting day-to-day payroll activities using ADP, Workday, Paychex or similar payroll systems.

Responsibilities:

• Process end-to-end payroll for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule.

• Administer payroll activities across multiple states while applying applicable wage, tax, and compliance requirements.

• Use payroll software to review payroll data, validate entries, and complete payroll runs efficiently.

• Audit timekeeping, earnings, deductions, and tax withholdings to identify and resolve discrepancies before finalizing payroll.

• Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation in accordance with company standards and regulatory requirements.

• Partner with internal teams to address payroll questions, investigate issues, and provide timely resolution for employees.

• Support payroll-related updates, process improvements, or system-related changes as needed within the payroll function.

• At least 2 years of payroll experience in a high-volume environment.

• Hands-on experience managing full cycle payroll from input through final distribution and reporting.

• Working knowledge of multi-state payroll practices, including tax and compliance considerations.

• Proficiency payroll systems.

• Experience processing payroll for employee populations exceeding 500 workers.

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to handle sensitive information accurately and confidentially.

• Effective communication and problem-solving skills to support employees and internal stakeholders.