Sr Payroll Associate

Company Summary StatementLouisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company, part of the PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL) family of companies, are regulated utilities that serve more than 1.3 million customers and have consistently ranked among the best companies for customer service in the United States. LG&E serves 334,000 natural gas and 433,000 electric customers in Louisville and 16 surrounding counties. KU serves 569,000 customers in 77 Kentucky counties and five counties in Virginia. LG&E and KU are major employers and active supporters of the communities they serve. They empower employees, community members and initiatives across their service territory through volunteerism and investments in organizations that support education, sustainability and wellbeing.OverviewResponsible for payroll processing, corrections, maintenance, filing, reconciliations, employment verifications, tax returns, etc.ResponsibilitiesEnsures confidentiality of all information.Performs various payroll calculations and correction of errors.Verifies all required payroll information for new employees in the system.Reviews all Volts (timekeeping system) time entry and PeopleSoft (Human Resource system) data updates within Volts.Calculates and prepares off cycle checks as needed.Maintains and balances spreadsheets of monthly, quarterly and annual tax data for required reporting.Prepares and remits monthly, quarterly and yearly tax returns.Calculate and remit Bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly tax deposits.Balance, process and mail W-2 forms.Verifies data changes, transfers and terminations in Peoplesoft.Data entry and inquiry.Maintains records and controls for certain deduction and other information as assigned or required.Balance bi-weekly payroll reports including earnings, deductions and taxes.Prints, sorts and mails payroll checks and direct deposit advices.Liaison with management concerning payroll matters.Completes employment verifications and assists in answering payroll department phone callsUtilizes the Bank of America (BOA) portal for uploading direct deposit and positive pay files.Responds appropriately and timely to employee questions and corrections.Process relocation.Process STIRemit payroll deductions.Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.QualificationsEducation/Experience/QualificationsHigh school diploma/GED and a minimum of 5 years of payroll experience. Requires a sound knowledge of established payroll procedures and Company policy as it relates to payroll matters.Preferred QualificationsAble to organize statistical information and apply bookkeeping principles. The ability to comprehend and apply computer-generated payroll techniques. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and other software packages. Successfully able to multitask. Associates degree and/or Certified Payroll Professional preferred, but not required.Work ConditionsNormal office environmentPhysical EffortPrimarily sitting with optional walking and standing.Education/Experience/QualificationsHigh school diploma/GED and a minimum of 5 years of payroll experience. Requires a sound knowledge of established payroll procedures and Company policy as it relates to payroll matters.Preferred QualificationsAble to organize statistical information and apply bookkeeping principles. The ability to comprehend and apply computer-generated payroll techniques. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and other software packages. Successfully able to multitask. Associates degree and/or Certified Payroll Professional preferred, but not required.Work ConditionsNormal office environmentPhysical EffortPrimarily sitting with optional walking and standing.Ensures confidentiality of all information.Performs various payroll calculations and correction of errors.Verifies all required payroll information for new employees in the system.Reviews all Volts (timekeeping system) time entry and PeopleSoft (Human Resource system) data updates within Volts.Calculates and prepares off cycle checks as needed.Maintains and balances spreadsheets of monthly, quarterly and annual tax data for required reporting.Prepares and remits monthly, quarterly and yearly tax returns.Calculate and remit Bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly tax deposits.Balance, process and mail W-2 forms.Verifies data changes, transfers and terminations in Peoplesoft.Data entry and inquiry.Maintains records and controls for certain deduction and other information as assigned or required.Balance bi-weekly payroll reports including earnings, deductions and taxes.Prints, sorts and mails payroll checks and direct deposit advices.Liaison with management concerning payroll matters.Completes employment verifications and assists in answering payroll department phone callsUtilizes the Bank of America (BOA) portal for uploading direct deposit and positive pay files.Responds appropriately and timely to employee questions and corrections.Process relocation.Process STIRemit payroll deductions.Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.Remote WorkThe company reserves the right to determine if this position will be assigned to work on-site, remotely, or a combination of both. Assigned work location may change. In the case of remote work, physical presence in the office/on-site may be required to engage in face-to-face interaction and coordination of work among direct reports and co-workers.Equal Employment OpportunityOur company is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity and the strength it brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identify, genetic information, disability status, or any other protected characteristic.