Position Overview:
The Payroll Clerk is responsible for processing payroll for various locations, maintaining payroll records, ensuring compliance with regulations, and addressing payroll-related inquiries. The primary goal is to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for employees and benefit contributions.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Payroll Calculations & Processing- Collect and enter payroll data, ensuring all information is accurate and up to date
- Discrepancy Resolution- Using HRIS system process payroll, including regular wages, overtime, vacation, and holiday pay.
- Compliance and Record Maintenance- Provide clear communication and support to employees regarding payroll matters.
- Employee Support and Communication- Maintain accurate employee records, including exemptions, transfers, resignations, and leave balances.
- General Administrative Support- Assist employees with payroll-related inquiries, including explanations of pay, deductions, and benefits.
This position is vital to ensuring that employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with all payroll -related regulations. The payroll clerk plays a crucial role in supporting smooth and efficient payroll operations.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Attention to detail: Ability to process large volumes of data with high accuracy.
- Knowledge of Payroll Laws: Familiarity with federal, state, and local tax laws payroll regulations.
- Strong Organizational Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with employees, managers, and government agencies.
- Problem-Solving Abilities: Ability to investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and issues.
- Proficiency in Payroll Software: Experience with payroll software (NETCHEX), Excel and Microsoft Office.
Education and Experience:
- A high school diploma or GED is the minimum requirement.
- Previous experience in payroll processing or accounting is preferred.
Work Environment:
- Full-time, in office position.
- Occasional overtime may be required to meet payroll deadlines.
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
