Payroll Coordinator

Job Description:

Overview The Payroll Coordinator supports accurate and timely processing of multi-state payroll while maintaining employee payroll records, reviewing timekeeping data, and assisting with benefits and retirement plan administration. This role requires strong analytical abilities, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities Support biweekly payroll processing for employees across multiple states

Review timesheets for completeness, accuracy, policy compliance, and required approvals

Maintain payroll records for new hires, terminations, compensation changes, direct deposit updates, and tax withholding changes

Assist with payroll tax filings, reporting, and related compliance activities

Support benefits administration, payroll deductions, and reconciliations

Process and reconcile 401(k) contributions, employer matches, and loans

Research payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries, following established procedures and escalating exceptions for review

Prepare payroll reports and analyze payroll data using Excel Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end payroll activities

Coordinate with Human Resources, Benefits, and Finance as needed

Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)5 years of payroll administration, payroll coordinator, or related payroll experience

Experience with ADP, Workday, Paylocity, or a similar payroll platform;
Deltek Vantagepoint experience preferred

Working knowledge of payroll processing, payroll taxes, wage and hour requirements, payroll deductions, benefits administration, and 401(k) contribution processing

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and lookup functions

Ability to follow established procedures and refer exceptions for review

Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information accurately

Ability to organize assigned work, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines

Clear communication and customer service skills

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All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.