A Closer Look: Payroll Specialist at KT
We recognize the pivotal role payroll plays in business. Our payroll specialists are entrusted with the responsibility of processing payroll, guaranteeing timely paychecks, adhering to regulatory standards, and resolving any discrepancies that may arise.
Our payroll specialist’s core responsibilities revolve around ensuring compliance with employee pay regulations at various stages in the employee lifecycle, including new, transitioning, and exiting employees. They collect and verify timekeeping data, and accurately calculate wages, overtime, bonuses, and other payments while ensuring correct deductions for taxes, benefits, and other withholdings. This role also involves issuing payroll checks, maintaining records, reconciling payroll accounts, preparing year-end documents, and generating comprehensive reports.
“Using different software and having multiple payroll clients means no day is the same and the job is never boring,” says KT payroll specialist, Cheryl Stout. “I like that I am one of many payroll specialists in our office. There is always help if I need it and backups are available so I can take a vacation without stressing out about it! I also like having the flexibility to change or alter my work schedule to accommodate my payroll workload.”
The ideal candidate for this position will have a passion for helping people, great communication skills, and demonstrate high levels of professionalism. Applicants must have experience processing payroll and a willingness to work to meet compliance, firm deadlines, and expectations of clients. For this position, we require applicants to have an associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field. Individuals can also have an equivalent combination of education and experience in lieu of a formal degree.
Joining the team at KT opens doors to growth opportunities, competitive compensation, and a great work environment. Our commitment to continuous learning ensures that every member of our team has access to professional development resources for both personal and professional career advancement.
To see the full job description, please visit our Careers page.
If you have any questions or want to explore more career opportunities, reach out to KT’s Recruiter, Kristy DeGering.