Payroll Assistant

Payroll Assistant I# Payroll Assistant IHot Job Corporate - Long Beach, CA 90815## Overview Salary Range $20.00 - $22.00 Hourly Category Office  Positions## Description
** FLSA Status:
** Non-Exempt  
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* Position Title:

** Payroll Assistant I  
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* Reports To:

** Payroll Supervisor  
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* Supervisory Responsibilities:

** None
* * Job Summary
** The Payroll Assistant I is responsible for supporting the accurate and timely processing of one or more weekly payrolls. This role performs payroll data entry, auditing, record maintenance, reporting, and compliance-related activities while ensuring adherence to federal, state, local, and company payroll regulations. The Payroll Assistant works closely with internal departments to maintain payroll accuracy, employee records, and reporting requirements.
** Essential Duties and Responsibilities
*** Coordinate day-to-day payroll activities to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing.
* Review, audit, balance, and reconcile payroll data prior to payroll submission.
* Maintain accurate employee payroll records and related documentation.
* Review and audit timekeeping and attendance records to ensure compliance with company policies and applicable labor laws.
* Monitor and maintain employee time and attendance data.
* Process wage garnishments, retirement contributions, payroll adjustments, and other with holdings.
* Calculate, record, and reconcile payroll deductions against carrier invoices and benefit statements.
* Track Paid Time Off (PTO) accruals, leave requests, and related payroll adjustments.
* Maintain working knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations, including compliance requirements in California, Michigan, Illinois, Colorado, and Washington.
* Research union agreements and contractual requirements to ensure prevailing wage and public works payroll compliance.
* Support payroll check processing, including balancing, verification, printing, distribution, and record retention.
* Assist with the preparation and submission of certified payroll reports for customers, government agencies, and regulatory bodies.
* Generate payroll reports, audits, reconciliations, and analysis as requested by management.
* Assist with payroll inquiries from employees and management in a professional and timely manner.
* Support payroll compliance initiatives and special projects assigned.
** Required Knowledge
*** Federal and state wage and hour laws related to payroll administration.
* Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requirements and regulations.
* Payroll tax laws and payroll compliance practices.
* Prevailing wage regulations and reporting requirements.
* Davis-Bacon Act and related prevailing wage regulations.
* Timekeeping, attendance tracking, and payroll reporting processes.
* Payroll systems, auditing practices, and reconciliations.
** Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
*** Strong attention to detail with the ability to review, analyze, and verify large volumes of data accurately.
* Ability to prioritize tasks and meet strict payroll deadlines.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Excellent organizational and recordkeeping abilities.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
* Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-oriented environment.
* Commitment to delivering outstanding internal customer service.
** Equipment Operated
*** Computer, keyboard, mouse, monitor, and other standard office equipment.
* Multi-function printers, scanners, copiers, and telecommunication equipment.
* Payroll, timekeeping, and HRIS software platforms.
** Physical Requirements and Work Environment
*** Primarily performed…