Payroll Intern

Payroll Intern

Job Summary:

The Payroll Intern will support the payroll and benefits team with administrative and operational tasks, ensuring accurate processing, compliance, and organization across multiple payroll functions. This role provides hands-on experience in payroll systems, tax coordination, and benefits administration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the prevailing wage process, including data entry, tracking, and timely submission of required reports and documentation
• Organize and maintain state and local tax information across divisions, including compiling and updating a master list of system logins and account details
• Assist with benefit invoicing administration, including maintaining enrollment spreadsheets and supporting accrual tracking
• Support payroll processing activities, audits, and reconciliations as needed
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with internal teams to gather necessary payroll, tax, and benefits information
• Perform other administrative and payroll-related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (experience with spreadsheets and data tracking required)
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Preferred Qualifications:

• Basic understanding of payroll processes, taxes, or benefits administration
• Experience with payroll or HRIS systems

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