Payroll Specialist
Accounting & Finance/Payroll / Benefits
LHH
$60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per Year
Kansas City, MissouriPermanent
Payroll / Benefits
Accounting & Finance
Payroll Specialist | Kansas City, MO
LHH is working with a client in the Kansas City, MO area who is seeking to hire a Payroll Specialist. This role is responsible for managing and executing payroll operations across multiple states, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, and supporting internal stakeholders with payroll-related inquiries. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical knowledge, a proactive mindset, and a commitment to accuracy and confidentiality.
Responsibilities:
- Process full-cycle payroll for hourly and salaried employees across multiple states.
- Maintain accurate records of employee earnings, deductions, taxes, and benefits.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable tax laws and labor regulations.
- Collaborate with HR and Accounting teams to ensure data integrity and timely updates.
- Administer payroll-related benefits such as retirement plans, garnishments, and bonuses.
- Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, deductions, and tax documentation.
- Generate payroll reports and support audits as needed.
- Stay current on changes in payroll laws and best practices.
Requirements:
- 3+ years of payroll processing experience; multi-state experience required
- Proficiency with payroll systems such as ADP, Paycom, or JD Edwards.
- Strong understanding of payroll tax regulations and compliance requirements.
- High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred but not required.
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) is a plus.
Job Details:
- Job Title: Payroll Specialist
- Location: Kansas City, MO
- Compensation: $60-70,000 annually
- Job Type: Direct hire
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (fully onsite)
- Benefits: Health, Dental, LTD/STD
Pay Details: $60,000.00 to $70,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Claire Grossman
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Ref US_EN_27_814386_3089019
Payroll Specialist
Accounting & Finance/Payroll / Benefits
LHH
$60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per Year
Kansas City, MissouriPermanent
Payroll / Benefits
Accounting & Finance
Payroll Specialist | Kansas City, MO
LHH is working with a client in the Kansas City, MO area who is seeking to hire a Payroll Specialist. This role is responsible for managing and executing payroll operations across multiple states, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, and supporting internal stakeholders with payroll-related inquiries. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical knowledge, a proactive mindset, and a commitment to accuracy and confidentiality.
Responsibilities:
- Process full-cycle payroll for hourly and salaried employees across multiple states.
- Maintain accurate records of employee earnings, deductions, taxes, and benefits.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable tax laws and labor regulations.
- Collaborate with HR and Accounting teams to ensure data integrity and timely updates.
- Administer payroll-related benefits such as retirement plans, garnishments, and bonuses.
- Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, deductions, and tax documentation.
- Generate payroll reports and support audits as needed.
- Stay current on changes in payroll laws and best practices.
Requirements:
- 3+ years of payroll processing experience; multi-state experience required
- Proficiency with payroll systems such as ADP, Paycom, or JD Edwards.
- Strong understanding of payroll tax regulations and compliance requirements.
- High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred but not required.
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) is a plus.
Job Details:
- Job Title: Payroll Specialist
- Location: Kansas City, MO
- Compensation: $60-70,000 annually
- Job Type: Direct hire
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm (fully onsite)
- Benefits: Health, Dental, LTD/STD
Pay Details: $60,000.00 to $70,000.00 per year
Search managed by: Claire Grossman
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Ref US_EN_27_814386_3089019
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