Payroll Administrator

The ALS Association

Payroll Administrator responsible for accurate payroll processing and compliance at the ALS Association. Collaborating across departments to resolve payroll-related issues and ensure timely payments.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $62,000 - $68,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Performs all payroll functions to ensure accurate, timely and efficient processing, calculation, and payment of the bi-weekly payroll
Process off-cycle payments according to company policy and federal and state regulations
Process leave of absences and accurately account for FMLA or STD within UKG
Researches, analyzes, and resolves payroll related issues, questions, and discrepancies
Manages inquiries, payroll adjustments, and requests
Collaborate with multiple departments for problem resolution to payroll issues
Reviews exception and audit reports in UKG Ready to ensure employees are compensated accurately and according to policy
Communicate with managers and employees regarding timecard issues
Reviews benefit elections to ensure employee selections are accurately represented in payroll
Troubleshoot and research deductions discrepancies where needed
Maintain an understanding of payroll wage and hour laws, federal and state tax laws, as well as familiarity with all types of pre- and post-tax benefits, 401K/403B, and leave of absence rules and regulations
Creates and maintains documentation of payroll process and procedures
Support testing for upgrades and new releases for the payroll system
Participates in all year-end activities including reconciliations and ensures that year-end tax forms are accurate and issued in a timely manner
Responsible for the completion of pay period and monthly reporting including entering journal entries in the general ledger
Must be familiar with electronic timecard systems and processes
Provides instruction and reports to colleagues and leaders
Responsible for processing new hires, terminations, and all company deductions in UKG Ready
Serve as liaison to third party vendors to ensure seamless process delivery of payroll settlement, taxes, and benefits
Provide excellent customer service by responding to employee and leadership inquiries on payroll issues in a timely manner
Assists with special projects and other tasks assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or 2-3 years’ experience is required
Experience in non-profit and UKG Ready is a plus
Proficient with Microsoft Office, especially Excel
Must be able to create formulas
Must be able to manage sensitive information confidentially
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Build and maintain internal and external relationships
Knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare benefits
401(k) plan with employer match
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Basic life insurance
Well-being benefits
Paid time off
Several paid holidays

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Hard Skills & Tools

Payroll CalculationLeave Of Absence ManagementPayroll Tax KnowledgeJournal Entry PreparationData Analysis

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsRelationship BuildingProblem SolvingConfidentiality Management