Payroll Specialist - Franklin, Kentucky#13168

Actus Consulting Group; Franklin (KY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Actus Consulting Group in Franklin, Kentucky, seeks an HR Generalist II with hands-on payroll and benefits experience to support our manufacturing client. You will manage biweekly and monthly payroll, administer benefits programs, and ensure compliance with Kentucky-specific requirements.

The role requires ADP experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to handle confidential information with tact. Local travel up to 10% may be required, and the position offers an exempt, full-time

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field required.
• 1–2 years payroll/benefits experience mandatory.
• Hands-on payroll processing with ADP required.
• Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUP, PivotTables).
• Kentucky employment law knowledge and confidentiality essential.

Responsibilities

• Process biweekly and monthly payroll; generate payroll reports.
• Maintain payroll and benefits records; handle garnishments.
• Administer medical/dental/vision/Life and HSA plans; open enrollment, COBRA.
• Coordinate FMLA with third-party administrator; manage leave payments.
• Produce absenteeism reports; track awards and attendance bonuses.
• Communicate payroll/benefits updates; provide HR training as needed.
• Support employee relations and unemployment claims; protect confidential data.
• Collaborate with HR leadership to ensure compliant payroll practices.

Skills

Payroll processing

ADP experience

Kentucky employment law

Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables)

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

ADP payroll

Microsoft Excel

Job description

HR Generalist II Payroll and Benefits

Company Overview

An automotive components manufacturer is seeking an HR Generalist II with hands-on payroll and benefits administration experience to support its Kentucky operations.

Location；Franklin, Kentucky

Employment Type；Exempt position. Employment type to be confirmed.
Compensation；Approximately $70,000 annually. Final salary parameters to be confirmed.
Work Schedule and Work Arrangement

The role supports an office and factory environment. Working hours and onsite attendance requirements are to be confirmed.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Human Resource Manager, the HR Generalist II will focus primarily on accurate and timely payroll processing, with responsibility for benefits administration and broader HR support. Hands-on payroll experience and ADP experience are key priorities. The employer is seeking a candidate with Kentucky work experience and practical knowledge of Kentucky-specific employment requirements and employee relations matters who can contribute with minimal ramp-up time.

Responsibilities

• Process and verify biweekly and monthly payroll; provide payroll reports to Accounting and monthly payroll or benefits reporting to the parent company as required.
• Maintain payroll and benefits records, verify deductions, and process garnishments and child support orders in the HRIS.
• medical, dental, vision, life, and supplemental insurance programs, including open enrollment, claims assistance, COBRA, HSA administration, and monthly insurance billing reconciliations.
• Coordinate FMLA administration with a third-party administrator and manage short-term disability and leave-of-absence payments.
• Prepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly absenteeism reports; track service awards and attendance bonuses.
• Communicate payroll and benefits information, respond to employee questions, and deliver training in assigned HR areas.
• Support employee relations, communications, investigations, and employee engagement activities; respond to unemployment insurance claims.
• Work with HR leadership to maintain compliant payroll and benefits practices and protect confidential employee information.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field.
• At least 1–2 years of payroll and benefits experience, including hands‑on payroll processing.
• Hands‑on experience using ADP for payroll.
• Work experience in Kentucky and practical knowledge of Kentucky‑specific employment requirements and employee relations matters.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUP, macros, and PivotTables.
• Strong numerical, analytical, problem‑solving, and reconciliation skills with a high level of accuracy.
• Strong customer service, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; ability to work effectively with employees at all levels and handle sensitive information confidentially.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet the position’s travel requirements: local travel up to 10%, domestic overnight travel, and possible international travel for training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of progressive HR generalist experience.
• Experience in automotive manufacturing.