Payroll Administrator

Job Description

Job Description

Core responsibilities

• Process payroll :  Calculate and distribute salaries, wages, overtime, commissions, and bonuses accurately and on schedule.
• Manage deductions and benefits :  Apply correct deductions for taxes, social security, retirement contributions, benefits, and garnishments.
• Maintain records :  Keep up-to-date records of employee pay history, leave balances, and employment changes.

Ensure compliance :  Ensure the company complies with federal, state, and local payroll tax laws and labor regulations.

Address employee inquiries :  Serve as the point of contact for employees regarding payroll and benefits, answering their questions and resolving discrepancies.

Generate reports :  Create and provide payroll reports to management for financial and operational analysis.

Collaborate with other departments :  Work closely with HR and finance teams to ensure accurate data for new hires, terminations, and other changes. Essential skills and qualifications

Technical skills :  Proficiency with payroll software and Microsoft Office (especially Excel).

Analytical skills :  Strong mathematical and analytical skills to perform calculations and audit data.

Attention to detail :  Meticulous and detail-oriented to prevent errors in calculations and records.

Organizational skills :  Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and maintain accurate records.

Confidentiality :  Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity.

Knowledge :  Familiarity with employment law and payroll tax regulations