Payroll Specialist

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations in Winston Salem, North Carolina. This role is ideal for someone who brings strong hands-on payroll experience, advanced Excel skills, and confidence working in UKG platforms. The successful candidate will manage payroll processing for a mid-sized employee population while helping maintain compliance and resolve payroll-related issues efficiently.

Responsibilities:

• Process full-cycle payroll accurately and on schedule for a workforce of approximately 101 to 500 employees
• Review payroll data, identify discrepancies, and make timely corrections to ensure accurate employee payments
• Generate, analyze, and distribute payroll reports using Excel to support auditing, reconciliation, and recordkeeping needs
• Administer payroll deductions and garnishments in accordance with company policy and applicable regulations
• Maintain employee payroll records and update earnings, tax, and deduction information within UKG systems
• Support payroll activities in UKG Pro and UKG Ready, including validation of time, pay, and employee data
• Assist with payroll-related changes resulting from evolving business processes and updated operational requirements
• Respond to employee and internal stakeholder questions regarding pay, deductions, and payroll documentation Requirements
• At least 3 years of payroll experience, including end-to-end payroll processing
• Proven ability to manage payroll for employee populations ranging from 101 to 500 staff members
• Hands-on experience with UKG Pro, UKG Ready, or a closely related UKG payroll platform
• Strong Excel skills with the ability to run reports, review data, and reconcile payroll information
• Working knowledge of payroll garnishments, deductions, and standard payroll compliance practices
• High level of accuracy, organization, and discretion when handling sensitive payroll data
• Experience in the automotive industry is helpful but not required Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies.

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