Payroll Administrator

Job Description

Job Description

Seyer Payroll Administrator St. Peters, MO 63376

$25.00-30.00/hour
Shift: AM
Contract To Permanent

Looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to process weekly and semi-monthly payrolls for all hourly and salaried employees. The Payroll Administrator will be responsible for updating payroll records, maintaining daily payroll operations, and assisting our Human Resources team with various administrative tasks.  We are looking for someone who has excellent analytical skills, enthusiasm, and knowledge of general payroll policies and procedures.

Utilizing UKG for payroll

Payroll & Reporting

• Review and validate payroll data, including earnings, deductions, taxes, and employee information.
• Support accurate and timely payroll processing through data validation and auditing.
• Prepare payroll reports, analyze trends, and investigate discrepancies.
• Reconcile payroll data across payroll, HR, and accounting systems.
• Assist with payroll journal entries, financial reporting, and 401(k) reporting.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and support compliance with federal and state regulations.

Employee Support

• Assist employees with payroll-related benefits questions, providing friendly, accurate, and confidential support.
• Coordinate benefit-related payroll updates and reporting.
• Process employment verifications and review staffing agency invoices.

Process Improvement & Collaboration

• Partner with other departments to maintain accurate data and improve payroll processes.
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, improve reporting, and reduce errors.
• Assist with payroll system enhancements, testing, and updates.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen efficiency and the employee experience.

What We're Looking For

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• At least 3 years of payroll or payroll reporting experience.
• Experience working with payroll and HR information systems; UKG Ready experience is a strong plus.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and the ability to analyze and reconcile data.
• Working knowledge of federal and state payroll regulations.
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to confidentiality.
• A collaborative, service-oriented attitude and a willingness to continuously learn and improve.

Even Better If You Have:

• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC).
• Experience with payroll reporting, audits, and process improvements.