Payroll Specialist

Job description

Statement of General Purpose: At National Wildlife Federation, we know that our mission requires the hard work of dedicated people focused on uniting all Americans to ensure wildlife and people thrive in our rapidly changing world. We do this through conservation programs and by ensuring access to natural resources and outdoor spaces for everyone regardless of background, economic status or location. The Payroll Specialist plays a critical role in supporting this work by ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll operations within the Finance Department. This position is responsible for administering the organization’s biweekly payroll in UKG UltiPro, preparing monthly payroll reports and journal entries, processing salary reclasses, and supporting a variety of payroll‑related initiatives. The Payroll Specialist is essential to maintaining accurate financial records, supporting effective cash flow management, and fostering strong working relationships with UKG and NWF staff. Given the high volume of interaction with employees and cross‑functional teams, a customer‑service mindset, professionalism, and discretion are key to success in this role. Efficiency, accuracy, timelines...