Payroll Expert (Payroll Specialist)

This is preferably a hybrid position based in Fort Wright, KY. For purposes of team member interactions, the selected individual will be expected to report onsite to our Fort Wright office on Tuesday and Wednesday of each week but can work the remaining scheduled days remotely. A non-local candidate may be considered for remote work, based on experience and qualifications.

• Process payroll for clients including maintenance of child support garnishments, benefit contributions, payroll taxes, and other deductions as necessary.
• Assist clients with processing of payroll changes (i.e. new hires, terminations, raises).
• Ensure timely and accurate entry of data pertaining to individual employee payroll records.
• Keep up to date on all federal, state, and local regulations through continual self-driven research, as well as attending webinars and APA meetings.
• Prepare occasional reports for employee benefit vendors including workers’ compensation, 401(k), etc.
• Coordinate problems regarding payroll discrepancies with clients and Payroll Director.
• Provide prompt, courteous, and efficient customer service via phone or email to clients and employees who have questions regarding their pay, deductions, or the payroll process.
• Assist clients with payroll processing issues, including communication of payroll information.
• Other job-related duties as assigned.

• Payroll Expertise: Advanced knowledge of payroll processing and intermediate understanding of multi-state payroll taxes.
• Compliance & Regulations: Comprehensive understanding of wage and hour laws alongside complex regulatory standards.
• Mathematical Aptitude: Strong grasp of foundational mathematical and accounting concepts required for accurate reporting.
• Communication & Service: Exceptional customer service skills paired with excellent oral and written communication abilities.
• Problem Solving & Ethics: Strong sense of ethics with excellent analytical skills and the confidence to independently problem-solve and recommend strategic solutions.
• Adaptability & Multitasking: Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, continually changing business environment while managing, prioritizing, organizing, and multi-tasking under pressure.
• Autonomy & Collaboration: Proven ability to work independently and follow assignments through to completion while maintaining the ability to work cooperatively in a team environment (both in and out of the office).
• Technical Proficiency: Competency working in various payroll software platforms, with high proficiency in PrismHR and Microsoft Office.
• Time Management & Comprehension: Excellent organization, strong time-management skills, and the ability to thoroughly read and comprehend complex regulatory and client instructions.

• PEO / Multi-Tenant Payroll Experience (Required): Minimum of 3+ years of experience handling multi-state payroll.
• PrismHR Expertise: Hands-on knowledge of and experience with the PrismHR HRIS/payroll platform.
• Analytical & Investigative Aptitude: Proven ability to analyze and investigate complex payroll issues to reach accurate resolutions.
• ​​​​​​​Communication & Detail: Must have excellent written and oral communication skills with advanced attention to detail skills.
• Software & Equipment: High level of competence in Microsoft Excel.
• Work Ethic & Professionalism: Must be a self-starter, motivated, well-organized, and willing to learn new skills. Must adhere strictly to company confidentiality policies.
• Pre-Employment Screening: Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening and be willing to submit to a criminal background check.
• Education & Credentials: Bachelor’s degree preferred; minimum of an associate degree in business, accounting, finance, or other related field required. Consideration may be given to a candidate with experience in lieu of a degree. FPC or CPP designation preferred.

At Current HR, we shift the focus of HR and payroll back to what matters most: a genuine human connection. We believe that an organization is only as strong as the trust and kindness shared between its people. We aren't just looking for "talent"—we are looking for compassionate, honest professionals who believe that decency and inclusivity are the foundations of a healthy workplace.

We strive to nurture an environment that is deeply collaborative, intellectually curious, and rooted in mutual respect. If you believe that business should be a force for good and that every individual deserves to be treated with dignity and consideration, we invite you to help us build something truly meaningful.

Current HR is a Professional Employer Organization (PEO). But beyond the acronyms, we are partners. We provide a comprehensive suite of HR outsourcing services that help organizations manage human resources, employee benefits, workers’ compensation, payroll, and regulatory compliance. We help businesses maintain compliance and implement up-to-date human resources solutions by providing cutting-edge technology and the best human resources expertise in the industry. We make it easier for our clients to have employees, so they can focus on running their business!