Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist We are seeking a detail-oriented payroll professional with HR generalist skills to join our HR team. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who thrives on data accuracy and process efficiency. This role is central to our operations, responsible for the full-cycle payroll process, mandatory state reporting, and ensuring a seamless transition for new hires. If you enjoy balancing technical data management with employee-facing activities, we encourage you to apply. Essential Functions Execute end-to-end payroll including timecard processing, direct deposit updates, tax form changes, deductions, garnishments, and accrual management. Manage the reconciliation and issuance of W-2s and year-end reporting. Maintain meticulous digital records for all payroll actions and ensure compliance with federal and state labor laws. Reporting & Benefits Integration Manage monthly Kentucky Public Pension reporting and data submittal. Handle all voluntary retirement account enrollments with Kentucky Deferred Compensation; manage the completion of 401(a) enrollment or decline paperwork at hire and at the one-year anniversary. Manage benefit enrollments and data feeds to insurance vendors Process departmental invoices. Assist with the prescription procurement program. New Employee Onboarding & Orientation Design and lead a monthly New Employee Orientation program, ensuring all new hires understand their compensation, benefits, and company culture. Serve as the primary contact for new hires to ensure benefits enrollments and payroll documents are completed accurately and timely. Manage high-volume employee processing for Parks and Recreation seasonal hires, including background check clearances. HR Support & Position Management Maintain the position allocation within the HRIS and manage active job postings. Establish a functional understanding of broader HR areas including FMLA administration and general policy guidance to support the team as needed. Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Accounting, or a related field is desired but not required. Experience: Two or more years of experience in Human Resources, with a heavy emphasis on payroll processing and data submittal preferred. Technical Expertise: Hands-on experience as an administrator or power user of UKG Ready is highly desirable. Skills: Analytical Mindset: Exceptional attention to detail and a "checks-and-balances" approach to data. Communication: Comfortable presenting benefit and payroll information to groups of new hires and creating a welcoming environment. Time Management: Ability to strictly adhere to payroll deadlines while managing multiple administrative duties. Work Environment and Physical Demands Duties typically performed in an office setting, but may work in other settings. Some lifting and bending is required of this position. Accepting applications for this position through March 22, 2026 or until the position is filled. Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and completed online job application. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Please note that satisfactory completion of a drug test and background check is a condition of employment. The City of Frankfort is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or any other non-merit based factor.

Created: 2026-03-10