Payroll Administrator

Unlimited Technology, Inc.

. Verify hours worked and pay adjustments each pay period, and post approved information to payroll records .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $50,000 - $60,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll processing, including multi-step payroll, certified payroll compliance, and HRIS management. Proficient in payroll tax regulations and employment laws, with strong attention to detail and effective communication skills.

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Payroll ProcessingCertified Payroll ComplianceHRIS ManagementPayroll Tax RegulationsAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills

Multi-Step Payroll ProcessingWage and Deduction CalculationsTimekeeping ReviewPayroll Tax RulesFLSA ComplianceADPPaylocityWorkdayMicrosoft ExcelData Reconciliation

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationDiscretionProblem SolvingAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

HRISPayroll SystemsTimekeeping PlatformsMicrosoft Office

Certifications & Qualifications

FPCCPPAPHRPHRSHRM-CP

Industry Keywords

Davis-Bacon ActMcNamara-O’Hara Service Contract ActPrevailing WagesEEOADA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Verify hours worked and pay adjustments each pay period, and post approved information to payroll records
Enter payroll data into the payroll system and process and issue employee pay and earnings statements
Review timesheets, wage computations, and related records to detect and resolve payroll discrepancies before payroll is finalized
Process certified payroll for covered employees and ensure compliance with federal contractor payroll requirements
Partner with People Operations on compensation changes, leaves of absence, and earnings and deductions changes
Assist employees and managers with the company’s timekeeping system and procedures
Stay current on final pay and changes in state tax and deduction laws affecting payroll processing
Perform new hire onboarding tasks
Conduct reference or background checks on existing employees as directed by customer requirements
Facilitate employee separations, including final pay, equipment collection, and access shutoff
Partner with the employment verification provider and complete requests outside the provider’s scope
Review and process employee changes in the HRIS, including demographic changes, benefit elections, and workflows

Requirements

What you’ll need

Two (2) or more years of combined experience in payroll processing and HR administration, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Experience processing multi-step payroll, including wage and deduction calculations, timekeeping review, and pay adjustments
Experience processing certified payroll and working with federal contractor requirements, including Davis-Bacon and Related Acts, McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act, and Prevailing Wages
Working knowledge of payroll tax and deduction rules and core employment laws such as FLSA, EEO, and ADA
Experience using an HRIS, payroll, or timekeeping platform such as Paylocity, ADP, Workday, UKG/Kronos, or similar
Experience using Microsoft Excel for reconciliation and reporting
Strong accuracy and attention to detail, including the ability to spot and resolve numerical discrepancies
Clear written and verbal communication, with the ability to explain pay and policy information to people at all levels
Ability to handle confidential employee and pay information with discretion and in accordance with company data-protection practices
Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, accounting, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience is fully considered
Professional certification such as FPC, CPP, aPHR, PHR, or SHRM-CP preferred
Experience supporting a multi-state workforce or a federal government contractor environment preferred
Ability to remain stationary, typically seated, for extended periods while working at a computer
Ability to operate a computer and standard office equipment, including frequent keyboard and data-entry work
Ability to review detailed information on screens and documents for accuracy
Ability to communicate daily by phone, email, video conference, and in person
Availability for a standard 40-hour work week, with occasional heightened workload around payroll deadlines and period-end close

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, and vision coverage
Life insurance
401 (k) w/company match 100% up to 3% and an additional 50% match of 2%
Paid time off
11 Paid Holidays
Company Equity after 1 year