Payroll Clerk (Kronos/UKG Timekeeping Specialist)

Rockwall County, Texas•Rockwall, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Payroll Clerk is responsible for supporting the payroll function by managing, maintaining, and auditing employee time and attendance records within the Kronos/UKG timekeeping system. This role ensures accurate and timely payroll processing, compliance with company policies, and provides frontline support to employees and managers regarding timekeeping and payroll inquiries.

Requirements

Experience working with Kronos Workforce Ready, UKG, or similar timekeeping systems required.
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Ability to work with deadlines and manage multiple tasks.

Nice To Haves

Prior payroll experience preferred.
Prior experience working in county or city government preferred, or experience in working with law enforcement scheduling.

Responsibilities

Coordinate with all Rockwall County departments, Human Resources, and the Payroll Manager to implement the Kronos/UKG timekeeping system.
Maintain and manage daily Kronos timekeeping records, ensuring accurate punches, schedules, job transfers, and pay codes.
Audit timecards for missing punches, incorrect job transfers, overtime compliance, and policy violations.
Support managers and employees with Kronos system questions, including navigation, corrections, and approvals.
Enter, verify, and update employee information related to pay rates, schedules, and timekeeping rules.
Review and validate payroll reports, including wage summaries, accrual balances, and exception reports.
Collaborate with HR and department leaders to resolve attendance discrepancies and ensure policy alignment.
Assist with payroll-related documentation, reporting, and recordkeeping for audits and compliance.
Provide training and guidance on Kronos functionality to new hires and management as needed.
Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance accuracy and efficiency within the timekeeping workflow.