Payroll & HR Operations Specialist

LHH; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH is partnering with a well-established financial institution in Overland Park, KS to hire a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist. This role will balance payroll operations with HR coordination in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

The position involves processing multi-state payroll, maintaining records, and supporting onboarding and HRIS data management. Strong attention to detail and knowledge of payroll regulations are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of payroll processing experience.
• Experience supporting employee onboarding, HR administration, or human resources functions.
• Strong understanding of payroll compliance, tax regulations, and employee recordkeeping.
• Experience with HRIS and payroll systems such as ADP, UKG, Paycom, Paylocity, Workday, or similar platforms.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and on schedule for multi-state employees.
• Maintain employee payroll records, deductions, garnishments, tax withholdings, and benefit elections.
• Audit payroll data and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Support payroll reporting, reconciliations, and compliance activities.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries while maintaining confidentiality.
• Coordinate onboarding activities for new hires, including offer documentation and new hire paperwork.

Skills

Payroll processing

Onboarding support

HR administration

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

ADP

UKG

Paycom

Paylocity

Workday

Job description

LHH is partnering with a well-established financial institution in Overland Park, KS to hire a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist. This role will balance payroll operations with HR coordination in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

The position involves processing multi-state payroll, maintaining records, and supporting onboarding and HRIS data management. Strong attention to detail and knowledge of payroll regulations are essential.