Payroll Associate

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Payroll Associate managing end-to-end payroll processing for over 300 employees at Slice. Role includes payroll compliance, reporting, and systems transition from UKG Pro to ADP.

Posted 6/25/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $75,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

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Hard Skills

US payroll processingwage calculationpayroll compliance401(k) contributions managementpayroll tax filingsvariance analysisdata validationprocess automationExcel

Soft Skills

collaborationprocess optimizationissue resolution

Tools & Technologies

UKG ProADPBswiftHiBob HRISPrincipal

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in AccountingBachelor’s degree in FinanceBachelor’s degree in HR

Industry Keywords

multi-state payrollUS FLSAemployee lifecycle eventspayroll auditswage garnishments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute end-to-end US payroll processing on a biweekly/semi-monthly basis using UKG Pro (and transitioning to ADP)
Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and deductions
Validate payroll inputs including new hires, terminations, pay changes, and timekeeping data
Process off-cycle payrolls, adjustments, and retroactive payments
Manage multi-state payroll compliance, including tax withholdings and registrations
Administer employee deductions including pre-tax and post-tax benefits via Bswift
Reconcile and manage 401(k) contributions with Principal, including funding and reporting
Process and maintain wage garnishments, levies, and child support orders in compliance with federal and state regulations
Ensure proper handling of FSA, HSA, and other benefit-related deductions
Support payroll tax filings, audits, and reconciliations in partnership with external providers
Prepare and review payroll reports, including variance analysis and GL reconciliations
Assist with year-end activities including W-2 processing and audits
Play an active role in the migration from UKG Pro to ADP payroll platform, including parallel testing and data validation
Collaborate on HiBob HRIS implementation to ensure seamless payroll integration
Identify opportunities to automate payroll and accounts payable processes
Drive process optimization initiatives across payroll workflows and controls
Partner closely with the People Team on employee lifecycle events impacting payroll
Work with Finance & Accounting on payroll-related journal entries and reconciliations
Coordinate with external vendors (ADP, Principal, Bswift) for issue resolution and process alignment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related field (or equivalent experience)
3–5 years of experience in US payroll processing
Hands-on experience with UKG Pro (or similar payroll systems)
Experience with ADP Workforce Now (or similar ADP platforms)
Strong understanding of US FLSA
Experience managing multi-state payroll and hourly/non-exempt populations
Proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, data validation)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible PTO
Market leading medical, vision and dental insurance
401K matching up to 4%
Wellness reimbursement/stipend
Weekly pizza stipend (Yes, that’s a thing!)