Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems, Accounting, or related field.
5+ years of payroll administration experience.
Experience with UKG, including payroll processing.
Prior experience processing multi-state payroll.
Experience with at least 1 HRIS implementation, including the payroll component.
High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
Strong communication and internal customer service skills.
Responsibilities
Oversee and execute end-to-end payroll processing for all employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Manage payroll audits, reconciliations, tax filings, and year-end processes.
Collaborate with Finance to support accounting, budgeting, and reporting requirements.
Analyze payroll-related processes and recommend improvements for efficiency and accuracy.
Ensure data quality and adherence to organizational and legal standards.
Manage UKG system updates, testing, and troubleshooting with IT and the HRIS vendor.
Deliver user training and support for HRIS users across the organization.
Benefits
Collaborative work environment with HR and Finance teams.
Opportunities for professional development in HR technology projects.
Engagement in corporate HR projects, including Benefits Open Enrollment.
Flexibility to work from the local site about once a week.
Full Job Description
SUMMARY:
The Payroll & HRIS manager is responsible for the full payroll process while operating as the UKG HRIS administrator/superuser. This role ensures accurate and timely payroll administration, maintains compliance with regulatory requirements, configures UKG, and optimizes process and systems. This person will be a key partner to HR to enhance the employee experience, while supporting HR systems, reporting, and analytics.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversee and execute end-to-end payroll processing for all employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Manage payroll audits, reconciliations, tax filings, and year-end processes
Review and validate payroll reports, detect discrepancies, and resolve issues promptly.
Collaborate with Finance to support accounting, budgeting, and reporting requirements.
Maintain payroll policies, standard operating procedures, and compliance documentation.
Analyze payroll-related processes and recommend system or process improvements to increase efficiency, accuracy, or a higher level of support for the field HR team.
Ensure data quality, consistency, and adherence to organizational and legal standards.
Respond to data requests from HR, Finance, and executive leadership.
Manage UKG system updates, upgrades, testing, and troubleshooting in partnership with IT and the HRIS vendor.
Maintain system workflows, automations, and user permissions.
Collaborate with the HR field team to deliver user training, documentation, and support for HRIS users across the organization.
Assist field HR team with HRIS changes as needed
Support HR technology projects, including system implementations, integrations, and enhancements.
Recommend tools and solutions aligned with organizational goals.
Assist with other Corporate HR projects including Benefits Open Enrollment
Answer payroll questions from onsite and remote employees including deductions/taxes.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Information Systems, Accounting, or related field.
5+ years of payroll administration experience
Experience with UKG, including payroll processing
Ability to work from local site about once a week
Prior experience processing multi-state payroll
Experience with at least 1 HRIS implementation, including the payroll component
High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
Technology savvy
Strong communication and internal customer service skills
Collaborative and works easily with employees of all levels
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
About MW Industries
MW Industries is a leading manufacturer of springs, fasteners, and precision machined components. The company serves a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, medical, and telecommunications. MW Industries has a global presence, with manufacturing facilities in the United States, Mexico, and China. The company is committed to providing high-quality products and services to its customers, and has a reputation for innovation and excellence in the industry.