Job Description
We're urgently seeking a meticulous Payroll Clerk to join our dynamic finance team in Philadelphia. This is a critical role requiring precision and confidentiality as you'll manage payroll operations for 200+ employees. You'll ensure timely and accurate compensation delivery while maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations. Our collaborative environment offers growth opportunities and competitive benefits. If you thrive in detail-oriented settings and want to make an immediate impact, apply today!
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for salaried and hourly employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Calculate and garnish deductions, bonuses, commissions, and overtime
- Prepare and file federal/state tax forms (941s, W-2s, unemployment reports)
- Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies with general ledger
- Maintain employee records in HRIS system and ensure data integrity
- Respond to payroll inquiries from employees and management
- Audit timecard submissions and enforce company attendance policies
Qualifications
- 3+ years of US payroll processing experience
- Proficiency in ADP, QuickBooks, and MS Excel (VLOOKUP/Pivot Tables)
- Knowledge of FLSA, PA wage laws, and multi-state payroll rules
- Associate degree in Accounting/Business or equivalent experience
- CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) certification preferred
- Exceptional attention to detail with 0% error tolerance
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in sensitive matters
- Strong problem-solving skills for payroll discrepancy resolution