Payroll Administrator

Location: North Charleston

Description We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to join an automotive organization in North Charleston, South Carolina. This Contract to permanent position is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing payroll accuracy with employee support in a fast-paced office setting. The role calls for a dependable team member who can manage sensitive information, learn company systems quickly, and contribute to both payroll and HR-related administrative processes.

Responsibilities:

- Process payroll information by gathering and validating timekeeping records, earnings details, commissions, bonuses, tax with holdings, and benefit deductions before final submission.

- Update employee payroll profiles to reflect changes such as tax elections, compensation adjustments, benefit selections, transfers, and other status updates affecting pay.

- Audit payroll calculations and deduction entries to ensure wages are recorded correctly and payroll records remain accurate and current.

- Generate off-cycle or requested paycheck payments and prepare recurring reports related to earnings, taxes, and employee deductions.

- Complete onboarding and separation documentation, maintain employee files, and track attendance-related records such as vacation and sick leave eligibility.

- Support compliance and recordkeeping activities by maintaining required employment documentation, assisting with annual reporting, and monitoring payroll-related data for workforce accuracy.

- Serve as a resource for employees by explaining company policies, pay details, benefits information, and general HR administrative questions.

- Assist with benefits administration and workers' compensation coordination, including documentation, claim follow-up, enrollment support, and communication with providers or agencies.

- Respond to external requests from agencies such as unemployment offices and help maintain an organized, efficient office environment while handling additional administrative duties as needed. Requirements - Prior office or administrative experience in a detail-focused workplace is required.

- Hands-on experience with full-cycle payroll processing and payroll record maintenance is preferred.

- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

- High level of accuracy with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

- Ability to learn payroll and HR systems quickly, including platforms such as Paycom.

- Sound judgment and discretion when working with confidential employee and company information.

- Working understanding of HR practices, payroll procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

- Strong communication and customer service skills, with the ability to stay composed in a busy, deadline-driven environment.

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