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Payroll Specialist jobs in Louisville, KY
Payroll specialists make sure people are paid correctly and on time. They process pay runs, handle deductions, and keep payroll compliant with federal, state, and local requirements.
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We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a large, multi-state workforce in Louisville, Kentucky. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings stron…
ResponsibilitiesThe Clinical App Systems Analyst Epic-Spec serves as a subject matter expert for the supported clinical application technology system and demonstrates understanding of the complex functional and technical…
Location: Louisville, Kentucky, United StatesCompany: Trilogy Health ServicesPosted: 2026-09-25Trilogy Health Services is seeking a Clinical Coder in Louisville, KY. You will extract clinical information from medical rec…
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Position Summary Our Deloitte Enterprise Performance team is at the forefront of enterprise technology, working across finance, supply chain, and IT operations to deliver holistic performance improvement and digital tran…
makes this a great opportunity? What Makes this a Great Opportunity ~ Play a critical role in the flawless execution of employee payroll activities, government reporting, system governance, and audit compliance Collabora…
Role: Revenue Cycle & Billing Specialist Status: Full-Time (hourly) or Contract to Hire BrightStar Care of Louisville is seeking an... ...take ownership of key billing, accounts receivable, payment, and payroll- related…
JOIN OUR TEAM AS A SHIPPING & RECEIVING SPECIALIST | LOUISVILLE, KY TOP PAY OF $16.00 - $20.00/HR - APPLY TODAY AND START ASAP Job Description The Shipping and Receiving Specialist will be responsible for processing inco…
We are looking for a highly motivated Sales professional to join our North America sales team! As a Professional Tool Specialist , you will sell, promote, and demonstrate the RIDGID & Greenlee lines of tools and equipmen…
At ScionHealth , we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by em…
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What payroll specialists earn in Louisville
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $20–$25 | $41k–$53k |
| Mid level | $24–$32 | $50k–$66k |
| Senior | $31–$39 | $64k–$82k |
Adjusted for the Louisville market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Payroll processingADP, Paychex, or WorkdayMulti-state payroll taxWage and hour complianceGarnishments and deductionsBenefits administration basicsExcelDiscretion and confidentialityAccuracy under deadlines
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Walk me through a full payroll cycle you have run.
Cover collecting time data, validating changes, processing, review, and post-run reporting. Emphasize your checks before anything is finalized.
How do you handle a payroll error after employees have been paid?
Show urgency and correctness: quantify the error, follow the legal rules for corrections, communicate honestly with those affected, and fix the root cause.
What experience do you have with multi-state payroll?
Name the states and the wrinkles you managed, such as local taxes, differing overtime rules, or remote-worker registrations.
How do you process garnishments and other involuntary deductions?
Show you know the order of priority, response deadlines, and the documentation trail, and that you treat these with strict confidentiality.
Which payroll systems have you used, and have you been through a conversion?
Name the platforms and your depth in each. Conversion or implementation experience is a strong differentiator worth detailing.
How do you keep payroll data confidential?
Mention access controls, clean-desk habits, and declining to discuss compensation outside proper channels, even under social pressure.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For payroll specialists specifically — generic advice costs you here
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State the payroll size you ran: employee count, pay frequencies, and number of states or entities.
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Quantify accuracy, such as error rates or consecutive on-time pay runs, since that is the core promise of the role.
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Name your platforms exactly — ADP Workforce Now, Paychex Flex, Workday, Gusto — as job posts filter on them.
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Include compliance wins, like clean payroll tax filings, resolved agency notices, or year-end W-2 cycles delivered without corrections.
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List certifications such as FPC or CPP; they carry real weight in payroll hiring.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Payroll Clerk
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Payroll Specialist
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Senior Payroll Specialist
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Payroll Manager
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