Payroll Administrator I

Job Title

Payroll Administrator I

Location

Lexington, KY 40513 US (Primary)

Category

Finance

Job Type

Full-time

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Shift Work Required?

No

Travel

Up to 25%

Security Clearance Required

Not Required

Job Description

Do you have payroll experience?  We are looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator I or II to join our team.  The successful candidate will be able to perform organizational payroll duties including implementation of payroll processes and procedures, and processing complex payrolls in accordance with organizational, state, federal and local policies and regulations for the DUF6 project sites.

Position Overview

Under limited supervision responsible for performing organizational payroll duties including implementation of payroll processes and procedures, and processing complex payrolls in accordance with organizational, state, federal and local policies and regulations for the DUF6 project sites. The specific work assignment may include duties or activities of support in one or more of the following functional areas, in addition to other duties as assigned:

Functional:

• Assists in preparation of monthly payments and paycheck withholdings for retirement contributions, taxes, union dues, flexible spending account (FSA) withholdings, and other deductions in accordance with established procedures and governmental regulations
• Supports processing of payroll, including distribution of payroll
• Aids in the verification that payrolls are processed in accordance with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) prime contract and collective bargaining agreement(s) (CBAs)
• Reconciles payroll tax forms (i.e., W-2, 940, 941, etc.)
• Helps perform research concerning the proper tax treatment of unique payroll transactions
• Utilizes payroll journals, social security reports, burden spread, weekly and monthly distribution reports, benefits reports and other statistical and informational reports as required
• Works with 401(k) benefits administrator to transfer benefits files
• Works with Automated Data Processing (ADP) on the implementation of new payrolls or revisions
• Assists with preparation of special reporting for management and auditors

Job Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
• 3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) credential

We are equal opportunity/affirmative action employers, committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under state or local law.