Payroll Specialist

About the role

The organization is seeking a Payroll Specialist / Analyst with strong UKG expertise to manage and

process biweekly payroll for both hourly and salaried employees. This individual will play a critical

role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while supporting workforce management

functions and payroll-related reporting and analysis.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with UKG and Workforce Management (WFM),

thrive in a fast-paced environment, and bring a proactive, solutions-oriented approach to payroll

operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Process accurate and timely biweekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees
• Manage payroll activities within UKG, including auditing, validation, and reconciliation
• Partner with HR, Finance, and operational leaders to resolve payroll discrepancies and ensure compliance
• Maintain and support Workforce Management (WFM) processes including timekeeping and attendance data
• Review payroll data for accuracy related to pay rates, deductions, taxes, garnishments, and benefits
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
• Assist with payroll reporting, audits, and year-end activities including W-2 processing
• Support payroll system enhancements, process improvements, and reporting initiatives
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries in a timely and professional manner
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity of sensitive employee and payroll information

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of payroll processing experience
• Strong hands-on experience with UKG required
• Experience supporting Workforce Management (WFM) and timekeeping functions
• Experience processing payroll for both hourly and salaried employee populations
• Understanding of payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance requirements
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent problem-solving and communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Advanced Excel and reporting skills preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare, EMS, staffing, or multi-site environments
• Exposure to payroll analytics, reporting, or HRIS support functions
• CPP certification is a plus

How to apply

If you are interested in discussing this role further, please apply for the position or contact Morgan Schill at View email address on click.appcast.io (Job Code - MOS/77070).

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