Payroll Clerk Dalton, GA

Payroll Clerk

We are looking for a payroll clerk to join a textile manufacturing organization in Dalton, Georgia on a contract basis. This opportunity is well suited for an early-career candidate at the entry level who wants to build practical experience in payroll, timekeeping, and employee support. The person in this role will work closely with the time and attendance team, learn day-to-day payroll processes, and contribute to accurate approvals and records management.

This role requires onsite presence in Dalton, Georgia.

Responsibilities:

• Assist the time and attendance team with daily payroll-related tasks to help maintain accurate employee hours and pay records.
• Review timesheet details, identify missing or inconsistent information, and follow up with field managers to secure timely approvals.
• Support payroll processing activities for a workforce of varying size while maintaining attention to deadlines and accuracy.
• Learn established workforce and timekeeping procedures through hands-on training, observation, and guided practice.
• Provide responsive service to employees and managers by answering routine payroll and time-entry questions professionally.
• Help track payroll items such as deductions or garnishments and ensure supporting information is recorded correctly.
• Work across different administrative needs within the payroll function, adapting to shifting priorities as needed.
• Use Microsoft Excel to organize payroll data, reconcile information, and prepare basic reports for the team.