Payroll Administrator Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled Payroll Administrator Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing multi-state payroll operations, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, and maintaining a high level of confidentiality.

• Manage payroll and HRIS system maintenance
• Prepare and process weekly and bi-weekly payroll for multiple entities and states
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and irregularities in a timely manner
• Develop and maintain payroll procedures to ensure smooth processing
• Keep track of employee leave balances, benefit payroll deductions, garnishments, and 3rd party sick pay
• Develop and distribute payroll reports, including taxes, payroll registers, general ledger, overtime, and retirement contributions
• Handle state withholding registration and maintenance
• Review and distribute quarterly payroll tax reports as needed
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal payroll regulations; respond to inquiries from regulatory agencies
• Stay informed about new payroll legislation, advising management on necessary changes
• Monitor and verify timesheets, time-off requests, and leave balances for accurate payroll submission

• Bachelor's degree with 3 years of experience, or equivalent work experience in a payroll environment
• Solid understanding of federal and state wage and hour laws, including payroll taxes, withholding, deductions, and garnishments
• Hands-on experience in payroll and/or HR environments
• Proficiency in payroll systems (experience with Paylocity is preferred)
• Strong understanding of payroll processing, procedures, and tax reporting

As a Payroll Administrator Specialist at Kelly, you will have access to a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. We offer eligible employees voluntary benefit plans, including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. You will also have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus, and holiday pay plans.