Payroll Specialist
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Location: Remote
Compensation: Salary
Reviewed: Fri, Nov 13, 2026
This job expires in: 30 days
Job Summary
Responsible for processing payroll for all employees, the full-time Payroll Specialist will manage data entry, ensure accurate bi-weekly payments, and validate new hire setups using UKG in a remote environment.
Key responsibilities
- Process biweekly payroll and issue paychecks/direct deposits accurately and on time
- Validate and complete timecard imports, new hire setups, and process terminations according to state guidelines
- Support tax reconciliation and provide audit information while maintaining monthly payroll metrics
Required qualifications
- High School diploma, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- 6+ years of experience processing payroll
- Knowledge of UKG payroll processing
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Understanding of FLSA and DOL laws related to payroll
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