Payroll Administrator

Brief Description This is an on-site position in Des Moines, IA.

• Analyzes, inputs and prepares payroll data via automated system to produce accurate and timely payroll (weekly & bi-weekly). Ensures compliance with all applicable state and federal wage and hour laws.
• Prepares weekly, monthly, quarterly and year-end reports (gross payroll, hours worked, vacation accrual, tax deductions, benefit deductions, etc.) for management.
• Maintains current knowledge of applicable state and federal wage and hour laws.
• Stays current on payroll systems to achieve alignment with HR benefits and other related items.
• Provides effective accounting support for payroll related matters.
• Facilitates management and employee understanding of payroll procedures.
• Approving invoices for payment.
• Assists in organizational training and development efforts.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

• Analyzes, inputs and prepares payroll data via automated system to produce accurate and timely payroll (weekly & bi-weekly). Ensures compliance with all applicable state and federal wage and hour laws.
• Prepares weekly, monthly, quarterly and year-end reports (gross payroll, hours worked, vacation accrual, tax deductions, benefit deductions, etc.) for management.
• Maintains current knowledge of applicable state and federal wage and hour laws.
• Stays current on payroll systems to achieve alignment with HR benefits and other related items.
• Provides effective accounting support for payroll related matters.
• Facilitates management and employee understanding of payroll procedures.
• Approving invoices for payment.
• Assists in organizational training and development efforts.
• Helps monitor performance appraisal process.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of payroll, effective oral and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills and computer proficiency. Detail-oriented, ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines. Able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

• An Associate’s Degree and/or Bachelor’s Degree, or
• Three to Five years’ experience in Payroll.
• Any similar combination of education and experience.

Provide payroll support for all levels of the organization. Additionally, this position would assist with other HR projects as necessary.