UKG Payroll Administrator

The UKG Ready Payroll Administrator serves as The Arc of Central Alabama's subject-matter expert for payroll processing within the UKG Ready platform, owning end-to-end payroll operations for employees across all programs and locations.

This is a senior, certification-required payroll role: the Administrator configures and maintains UKG Ready payroll, timekeeping (TLM), and pay-rule settings; processes accurate and timely multi-cycle payroll; and troubleshoots complex payroll, tax, and system issues.

Working closely with People Operations and Finance, the Administrator ensures compliant, confidential payroll records and leverages UKG Ready functionality to support a stable, well-compensated workforce serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Process bi-weekly and/or semi-monthly payroll for all employee populations within UKG Ready, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Configure and maintain UKG Ready payroll, timekeeping (TLM), pay rules, earnings/deduction codes, and accrual settings.

Review and validate timekeeping data, including hours worked, overtime, shift differentials, and leave balances.

Calculate and process wage deductions, garnishments, and benefits contributions within UKG Ready.

Troubleshoot and resolve complex payroll, tax, and UKG Ready system issues, escalating platform defects to UKG support as needed.

Build and maintain payroll reports, dashboards, and audit queries within UKG Ready.

Maintain accurate payroll records in compliance with federal, state, and organizational requirements.

Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, and payroll discrepancies.

Coordinate with People Operations on new hires, terminations, and status changes affecting payroll.

Manage quarterly and annual payroll tax filings and year-end W-2 processing within UKG Ready.

Reconcile payroll reports with the general ledger in coordination with the Finance department.

Support system upgrades, testing, and new-feature rollouts within the UKG Ready platform.

Maintain confidentiality of employee compensation and personal information.

Support internal and external audits and regulatory reporting related to payroll.

Preferred IDD-Focused Responsibilities Ensure the direct-care and clinical workforce serving people with IDD is paid accurately and on time, supporting staff stability and continuity of care.

Uphold ethical, compliant payroll practices reflecting responsible stewardship of organizational and Medicaid waiver funds.

Handle employee data with discretion and respect for privacy.

Support People Operations and program leadership in maintaining a stable workforce dedicated to person-centered service delivery.

Respond promptly and respectfully to payroll concerns raised by direct-care staff supporting people served.