Payroll Associate I

Company Overview
With 80,000 customers across 150 countries, UKG is the largest U.S.-based private software company in the world. And we're only getting started. Ready to bring your bold ideas and collaborative mindset to an organization that still has so much more to build and achieve? Read on.

At UKG, you get more than just a job. You get to work with purpose. Our team of U Krewers are on a mission to inspire every organization to become a great place to work through our award-winning HR technology built for all.

Here, we know that you're more than your work. That's why our benefits help you thrive personally and professionally, from wellness programs and tuition reimbursement to U Choose — a customizable expense reimbursement program that can be used for more than 200+ needs that best suit you and your family, from student loan repayment, to childcare, to pet insurance. Our inclusive culture, active and engaged employee resource groups, and caring leaders value every voice and support you in doing the best work of your career. If you're passionate about our purpose — people —then we can't wait to support whatever gives you purpose. We're united by purpose, inspired by you.

Job Summary
The Payroll Associate I performs North American payroll-related functions, including payroll processing, payroll tax compliance, automated timekeeping systems and payroll reporting in a multi-site, multi-state, high-volume environment for UKG Inc.'s customers who utilize our Managed Services product offering. Payroll Associate I provides excellent customer service to managers and associates and is well versed in payroll compliance, taxes and reporting.

Primary/Essential Duties And Key Responsibilities

• Performs payroll-related functions including but not limited to payroll processing, audits and maintenance.
• Ability to perform all duties of Payroll Analyst I include but not limited to:
• Management and Support of employee data file imports (GOAT Files)
• Management and Support of Time File Imports
• Perform audits of import data.
• Additional Integration/Interface Support as needed.
• Reporting Support
• Processes payroll(s) for multi-frequency Managed Services clients as scheduled
• Performs file imports into payroll system from various sources and reviews and verifies payroll data in a timely manner.
• Prepare off-cycle payrolls and manual checks as necessary.
• Escalates non-routine inquiries and issues to Payroll Specialist, Team Lead or Manager
• Develops and maintains awareness of SSAE16 requirements and accountable for compliance with each task performed
• Maintain discretion and professionalism with team members.
• Quarter End, Year End, and Open Enrollment assistance and task execution

Required Qualifications

• Quickly and easily adapts to change and shifting priorities with enthusiasm.
• Actions and words consistently provide positive motivation and influence on their team and other teams within UMS
• Eagerly meets business opportunities and challenges head-on.
• Proficient report writing capabilities
• Detail oriented, exhibiting strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Proficient using the Microsoft Office Suite of software to include Outlook, Word and Excel
• Ability to analyze and resolve problems through effective communication
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels

Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• A minimum of 1 to 3 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with large corporate payroll processing that includes exposure to benefits and 401(k)
• Knowledge of multi-state North American payroll tax laws
• Knowledge of Canadian payroll laws

Where we're going

UKG is on the cusp of something truly special. Worldwide, we already hold the #1 market share position for workforce management and the #2 position for human capital management. Tens of millions of frontline workers start and end their days with our software, with billions of shifts managed annually through UKG solutions today. Yet it's our AI-powered product portfolio designed to support customers of all sizes, industries, and geographies that will propel us into an even brighter tomorrow

UKG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace, including the recruitment process.

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