Job Description
Job Description
Full-time Payroll Clerk
Job Overview
The Payroll Clerk is responsible for managing all aspects of the company's payroll process, including data entry, calculations, and reporting. This position requires a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and the ability to work with confidential information. The ideal candidate will have strong mathematical skills, proficiency in Excel, and excellent time management abilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Calculate wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and deductions
- Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation
- Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies
- Generate and analyze payroll reports
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll tax laws and regulations
- Process new hire paperwork and set up employees in the payroll system
- Handle employee inquiries regarding payroll-related issues
- Assist with year-end processes, including W-2 preparation and distribution
- Collaborate with HR and Finance departments to ensure accurate employee data and deductions
- Stay up-to-date with changes in payroll laws and regulations
- Manage, process and maintain expense reports and reimbursements
- Benefits Administration, manage and process employee benefits, audits and reporting
Required Qualifications
Associate's degree in Accounting or related field preferred2+ years of experience in payroll processing or related fieldCertified Payroll Professional certification from American Payroll Association preferredStrong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions and formulasExperience with payroll software systems (e.g., ADP, Paychex, or similar)Excellent mathematical skills and attention to detailStrong time management abilities and capacity to meet deadlinesKnowledge of federal and state payroll tax laws and regulationsAbility to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive informationExcellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenStrong problem-solving and analytical skills