Payroll Lead - Own a Key Firm-Wide Function

Harding, Shymanski & Company, P.S.C.; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Harding, Shymanski & Co., P.S.C. is seeking an experienced Payroll Lead to join our Evansville, IN or Louisville, KY office.

You will manage payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and confidentiality while partnering with HR and Finance to keep payroll information current. In this role you will leverage our technology-driven approach to deliver accurate payroll, maintain records, and respond to employee inquiries.

Qualifications

• 5+ years payroll and benefits experience with emphasis on payroll tax knowledge
• High school diploma/GED
• Associate’s or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field preferred
• Experience with UKG is a plus
• Multi-state payroll experience (Indiana and Kentucky, including local taxes) and CPP or FPC certification preferred
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to meet recurring deadlines
• Proficiency with Excel and payroll reporting
• Sound judgment when handling sensitive employee and compensation information
• Ability to collaborate effectively with employees, managers, HR, and Finance

Responsibilities

• Oversee accurate and timely payroll processing including regular earnings, overtime, bonuses, deductions, and adjustments
• Reconcile payroll reports and coordinate with Finance for funding and accounting activities
• Serve as primary contact for payroll provider regarding tax filings, year-end reporting, and system-related issues
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries with professionalism and discretion
• Maintain confidential payroll records and ensure compliance with policies and regulations
• Process new hires, promotions, and terminations in the payroll system
• Maintain and update payroll records and prepare periodic payroll reports
• Administer the firm’s 401(k) and Section 125 plans; process FSA reimbursements
• Coordinate 401(k) plan activities with service providers and auditors
• Design personnel forms and workflows; calculate compensation budgets and profit sharing

Skills

Payroll management

Multi-state payroll

Tax compliance

Data accuracy

Collaboration with HR/Finance

Education

High school diploma/GED

Associate or Bachelor's in accounting/finance

CPP or FPC certification preferred

Tools

UKG

Job description

Harding, Shymanski & Co., P.S.C. is seeking an experienced Payroll Lead to join our Evansville, IN or Louisville, KY office.

You will manage payroll for employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and confidentiality while partnering with HR and Finance to keep payroll information current. In this role you will leverage our technology-driven approach to deliver accurate payroll, maintain records, and respond to employee inquiries.