Human Resources and Payroll Associate

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the accurate and timely processing of payroll for all employees.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Manage payroll audits, tax reporting, and year-end payroll processes (W-2s, adjustments, etc.).
• Partner with Finance to ensure payroll aligns with budget and financial reporting requirements.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Maintain required employment records and documentation in accordance with legal requirements.
• Monitor regulatory changes and implement necessary policy or process updates.

HR Systems & Data Management

• Manage data within HRIS and payroll systems to ensure data accuracy and effective reporting.
• Develop and maintain HR metrics and reports to support decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR and payroll systems and processes.

Employee Experience & Support

• Support the Director of Employee Engagement with employee onboarding and lifecycle processes.
• Support the Director of Employee Engagement with staff engagement and retention initiatives.
• Ensure responsive HR service for employees and leaders.

Qualifications

• Strong computer literacy
• Bachelor’s degree
• Highly Recommended: Fluency with UKG
• Complete all required criminal and child abuse background checks:
• PA State Police Clearance
• PA Child Abuse Clearance
• Cogent Federal Fingerprinting

Additional Information

• Salary range for this position is $70,000 - $75,000, commensurate with experience.
• All full-time team members at KPPS enjoy a comprehensive health benefits package (including vision and dental, a telehealth option, and flexible spending accounts) for themselves and their families as well as a 403 (b) matching program for retirement savings.