Payroll Specialist

Kimley-Horn • Raleigh, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn, one of Fortune Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For,” is looking for an Payroll Specialist to join the corporate team in our Raleigh, NC location. This is not a remote position.

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field preferred
• 2+ years of payroll processing experience preferred
• Knowledge of federal and state wage and hour laws
• Experience with payroll systems such as UKG Pro, or similar platforms
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

• Multi-state payroll experience including California preferred
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification preferred
• Experience with payroll tax compliance and reporting
• Knowledge of garnishment processing and leave regulations
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines

Responsibilities

• Process semimonthly payrolls accurately and timely
• Review and audit payroll data including hours worked, deductions, taxes, bonuses, commissions, and garnishments
• Maintain employee payroll records and ensure data accuracy in payroll systems
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and company payroll policies and procedures
• Process new hires, terminations, pay rate changes, and direct deposit updates
• Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies
• Prepare and submit payroll tax filings and year-end reporting including W-2s
• Manage wage garnishments, child support orders, levies, and other involuntary deductions
• Coordinate payroll-related benefit deductions including health insurance, retirement plans, and other voluntary deductions
• Assist with payroll audits and provide documentation as needed
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries in a professional and timely manner
• Maintain confidentiality of employee payroll information
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and payroll process efficiencies

Benefits

• 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays
• Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses
• Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs
• New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree