Payroll Administrator

Remote - Must be located in New England

• Processes weekly payroll for all employees using UKG Ready, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with policies and regulatory requirements.
• Audits and reconciles payroll data each pay cycle, including hours worked, overtime, bonuses, reimbursements, deductions, and adjustments.
• Verifies and maintains employee records related to pay rate changes, new hires, terminations, and leaves of absence in coordination with Human Resources.
• Administers and reconciles benefit, 401(k), and other payroll-related deductions; ensures accurate employer contributions and with holdings.
• Prepares payroll journal entries and assist with general ledger reconciliations and month-end financial close activities.
• Coordinates with Human Resources to ensure employee data integrity across UKG Ready and HR systems.
• Maintains compliance with wage and hour laws, tax regulations, and policies; stay informed on payroll-related legislation and system updates.
• Responds promptly to employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, and payroll policies while maintaining confidentiality.
• Supports annual processes, including W-2 preparation, year-end reconciliations, and payroll audits.
• Recommends and implements process improvements to enhance payroll accuracy, efficiency, and reporting capabilities.
• Serves as the primary liaison with UKG Ready support and other payroll-related vendors as needed.

• UKG Experience
• 3+ years processing multi state payroll