Payroll Specialist

Kurt J Lesker Company•Jefferson Hills, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Payroll Specialist at Kurt J. Lesker Company plays a critical role in ensuring our employees are paid accurately and on time. The Payroll Specialist will manage payroll processes, maintain compliance, and support employees with empathy and professionalism. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organization that values precision, innovation, and people.

Requirements

Experience processing multistate payroll; ADP experience preferred
Minimum 2+ years of experience in Payroll, Accounting, Finance, and/or Human Resources
Associate’s degree in related field required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office; comfortable working with payroll, benefits, and HR systems
Comfortable suggesting and presenting process improvements
Experience with D365 or another ERP system preferred
Deadline driven in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining a high degree of accuracy
Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills

Nice To Haves

ADP experience preferred
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Experience with D365 or another ERP system preferred

Responsibilities

Manage full‑cycle biweekly payroll for multistate U.S. operations and Canada, including system maintenance, tax filings, garnishments, overtime, unemployment verifications, employee changes, and reporting
Ensure compliance with wage and hour laws, federal and state tax regulations, and applicable employment standards
Calculate and process monthly incentive program and commission payments.
Administer benefit programs and maintain files and documentation in accordance with regulations and company policies
Oversee Workers’ Compensation claims and work with EHS Manager to maintain OSHA documentation
Maintain and recommend improvements to HRIS and time & attendance systems.
Support audits, reconciliations, census reporting, and payroll‑related accounting activities
Respond to employee and vendor payroll inquiries with professionalism, discretion, and timeliness
Other duties assigned