Payroll Clerk

Payroll Clerk

Summary:

Join our payroll team as a Payroll Clerk, responsible for daily data entry and assisting in accurate and timely weekly payroll processing. This role is critical to ensuring the precision of payroll records in a rapidly growing organization.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform daily payroll department operations efficiently.

Manage workflows to ensure timely and accurate payroll transactions.

Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and validate confirmed reports.

Ensure proper taxation of employer-paid benefits.

Process and comply with garnishments and child support calculations.

Prepare accurate and timely year-end payroll reports when necessary.

Develop financial and operational reports as needed.

Calculate back pay and make check corrections.

Address employee and employer payroll inquiries through research and resolution.

Qualifications:

Education:

Associate degree in Business or Accounting required.

Certifications:

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred.

Experience:

4–6 years of experience in multi-state payroll processing.

Strong understanding of child support income withholding orders (IWOs) and garnishments.

Skills and Knowledge:

Working knowledge of payroll best practices.

Comprehensive understanding of federal, state, and local payroll regulations.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other PC applications.

Familiarity with Paycom Payroll Software preferred.

Attributes:

Strong work ethic, professionalism, and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interfacing with various management levels.

Decision-making, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

Organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively.

Capacity to perform under tight deadlines, with availability for overtime as needed.
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