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Mead Lumber · 9 hours ago

Payroll & HRIS Specialist

Columbus, NE

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

4+ years exp

Mead Lumber Company is a leading provider of products for professional contractors and builders, known for its employee ownership and commitment to team success. The Payroll & HRIS Specialist is responsible for the administration and optimization of HRIS and payroll processing, serving as the primary expert for compliance and system improvements. This role collaborates with various departments to enhance operational efficiency and ensure accurate payroll and HRIS functionality.

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Responsibilities

Process bi-weekly payrolls for multi-state employee populations

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage-and-hour and payroll tax regulations

Manage complex payroll scenarios including commissions, bonuses, garnishments, retro pay, and manual checks

Oversee payroll tax filings, deposits, year-end reporting, and reconciliations

Serve as payroll subject matter expert for audits (401(k), ESOP, workers’ compensation, financial audits)

Administer all UKG modules including Core HR, Payroll, Benefits, Recruiting, and Onboarding

Configure workflows, fields, security roles, and system rules to support business needs

Test and implement UKG weekly patches, monthly enhancements, and quarterly releases

Monitor system performance and proactively identify issues that could impact payroll or compliance

Maintain accurate employee data impacting pay, benefits, PTO, eligibility, and compliance

Develop and maintain standard and ad hoc reports for leadership and regulatory needs

Support ACA reporting, headcount analysis, turnover metrics, leave usage, and workforce analytics

Ensure consistent data flow between HRIS modules and integrated vendors

Manage integrations and file feeds with benefit vendors, retirement/ESOP providers, background checks, LMS, and other third parties

Serve as primary point of contact with UKG and payroll-related vendors

Troubleshoot integration errors to prevent payroll, benefits, or reporting disruptions

Provide system and payroll training to HR team members and field users

Develop job aids, process documentation, and training materials

Identify opportunities to automate processes, reduce manual work, and mitigate risk

Stay current on payroll regulations and UKG best practices

Qualification

UKGPayroll processingHRIS configurationCertified Payroll ProfessionalData reportingAnalytical skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsAttention to detail