Payroll Assistant

Job Description

The Payroll Assistant assists in processing payroll and maintaining accurate employee data records.

• Processes new hire paperwork and employee data changes in the payroll system.
• Process time, production, and payroll data from time sheets and other records.
• Entering start and end times onto the payroll software.
• Managing electronic timekeeping systems or manually collecting and reviewing timesheets.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date data on new hires, terminations, leaves of absence, and other employee information.
• Assists Payroll Administrator in auditing employees and payroll data to ensure accurate transactions.
• Escalates complex payroll questions or concerns to Payroll Administrator or management.
• Maintains confidentiality of payroll and employee records.
• Providing information and answering employee questions about payroll-related matters
• Capturing approved annual and sick leave.
• Preparing and distributing hard copy or electronic paychecks.
• Maintaining all payroll operations according to company policies and procedures
• Processing and issuing W-2 forms to employees
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Prior data/records management experience
• High degree of accuracy, confidentiality and attention to detail
• Team oriented.
• Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Outlook) familiarity.
• Ability to complete data entry at moderate speed