Payroll Administrator

Pinnacle Partners, Inc; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional accounting firm in Lexington, KY is seeking a Full-time Payroll Administrator to oversee payroll processing and ensure compliance with tax regulations. The candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and have 2+ years of relevant experience, preferably in the construction industry. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential for success in this role, offering a competitive salary in the range of $70,000 to $85,000.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent experience preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in payroll administration or accounting role.
• Strong knowledge of payroll tax regulations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll for all employees with accuracy.
• Maintain payroll records and employee data.
• Collaborate with HR and Accounting for payroll reconciliation.

Skills

Payroll administration

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Payroll systems (Coins)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll for all employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and federal/state regulations
• Maintain payroll records and employee data within the payroll system (Coins)
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws, including preparation and filing of payroll tax reports
• Prepare and maintain prevailing wage and OCIP (Owner Controlled Insurance Program) reports
• Collaborate with Human Resources and Accounting to reconcile payroll, benefits, and related deductions
• Respond to payroll‑related questions from field and office employees with professionalism and clarity
• Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies in a timely manner
• Assist with audits, year‑end reporting, and special payroll projects as needed
• Continuously monitor payroll processes for efficiency and recommend improvements

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent experience preferred
• 2+ years of experience in payroll administration (construction industry background preferred) or an accounting role
• Strong knowledge of payroll tax regulations and compliance
• Experience with prevailing wage and OCIP reporting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with both field and office personnel
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality
• Ability to remain flexible and adapt to changing circumstances outside of direct control

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Accounting

Lexington, KY $70,000.00-$85,000.00