Payroll Clerk

Description We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to join a team in Ohio in a contract capacity with the potential for a permanent role. This position supports accurate and timely payroll activities while serving as a reliable resource for employee pay-related questions. The ideal candidate brings strong Excel skills, practical payroll experience, and a service-focused approach in a fully onsite environment.

Responsibilities:

- Process regular payroll accurately and on schedule for a multi-employee workforce while maintaining compliance with company procedures.

- Review payroll data for completeness and resolve discrepancies involving earnings, deductions, and time-related information.

- Handle employee paycheck matters and respond promptly to questions related to pay, tax forms, and year-end W-2 documentation.

- Administer payroll items such as garnishments and other with holdings with careful attention to deadlines and accuracy.

- Use Excel and Microsoft Office tools to organize payroll records, validate data, and prepare supporting reports.

- Work closely with supervisors and internal partners to address payroll issues and ensure smooth day-to-day processing.

- Support payroll-related system activities and assist with process updates, including work connected to Workday where needed. Requirements

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