Payroll administrator

We are recruiting for a detail-oriented, analytical Payroll Administrator to take full ownership of the payroll functions for a growing manufacturing company in Georgetown, KY. Managing the end-to-end payroll cycle for over 300 team members, this individual will ensure flawless, on-time execution while keeping the organization fully compliant with all local, state, and federal wage and hour regulations.

This role is ideal for a system-savvy professional who excels at cross-functional collaboration. You will serve as the primary bridge between Human Resources, Accounting, and internal team members, utilizing advanced workforce management software to optimize payroll integrity.

This position is a full-time permanent opportunity offering a compentitive salary and benefits package.


salary: $70,000 - $80,000 per year
shift: First
work hours: 8 AM - 5 PM
education: Bachelors

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Payroll Processing: Manage and execute the biweekly payroll cycle for 300+ employees. Review timesheets for accuracy, manage direct deposits, and process complex deductions including garnishments, tax levies, child support orders, and 401(k) loans.
• System Administration: Serve as the internal administrator and super-user for the UKG Pro and UKG Workforce Management electronic timekeeping platforms.
• Data Integrity & Cross-Functional Flow: Coordinate closely with HR and Accounting to maintain, update, and audit employee records (compensation changes, tax exemptions, benefits/insurance deductions, and department transfers) ensuring proper cross-authorization.
• Compliance & Auditing: Conduct comprehensive quarterly payroll audits. Maintain strict compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws, wage/hour regulations, and internal corporate policies.
• 401(k) Oversight: Manage all aspects of the company's 401(k) plan, including biweekly submittals, administration, and supporting year-end retirement audits.
• Reporting & Reporting Support: Create, analyze, and distribute detailed payroll transaction reports for leadership, and facilitate external audits by gathering required compliance documentation.
• Employee Relations: Act as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries, proactively resolving discrepancies with high-quality customer service and strict confidentiality.

Skills

• Payroll Processing
• Payroll Tax
• Attendance Tracking
• Payroll Audits
• Payroll Reporting
• Garnishments
• UKG Payroll Software
• Microsoft Office

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 3 years
• Experience level: Experienced

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.