Payroll Processor (UKG Pro)
About the position TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news. TEGNA Inc. is seeking a Payroll Processor to support day-to-day payroll operations for 5,500+ U.S.-based employees. This role is part of our Corporate HR Operations & Technology team and is based at WTHR in Indianapolis. This a hybrid role with 2 days of in-office requirement. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience processing payroll in UKG Pro and UKG Pro Workforce Management (WFM), with strong attention to detail, a compliance mindset, and a focus on accuracy and efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Process multi-state, biweekly payroll accurately and on schedule using UKG Pro and UKG Pro WFM.
- Review and audit payroll data including timecards, earnings, deductions, and taxes to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, employee inquiries, and system issues in a timely manner.
- Support payroll imports, adjustments, off-cycle payments, and retroactive transactions.
- Assist with payroll reconciliations, reporting, and documentation to maintain SOX controls and audit readiness.
- Partner with HR, Finance, and managers to ensure accurate employee data and pay outcomes.
- Support year-end activities including W-2 validation and distribution.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce manual work, and strengthen payroll controls.
Requirements
- 2+ years of payroll processing experience, preferably in a multi-state environment.
- Hands-on experience with UKG Pro and UKG Pro Workforce Management (WFM) required.
- Strong knowledge of payroll concepts including taxes, garnishments, and deductions.
- Proficiency in Excel and payroll reporting.
- High attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy.
- Strong customer service and communication skills.
Benefits
- TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental and financial health of our employees and their families. TEGNA offers two medical plan options for full and part-time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.
- Our 401(k) program offers full, part-time and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% - 80% of their pay on a pre-tax basis to TEGNA’s 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.
- Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.
- TEGNA offers a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.
- Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.