Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Payroll Clerk in Albuquerque, NM. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage accurate payroll processing for our growing workforce. This full-time role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and career growth opportunities in a supportive environment. If you excel at precision compliance and thrive in collaborative settings, apply today to become part of our mission to deliver exceptional financial services.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 150+ employees using ADP and QuickBooks
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations (e.g., NM withholding, Form 941)
- Manage garnishments, deductions, and benefits deductions with 100% accuracy
- Prepare and submit payroll tax filings and quarterly reports
- Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies within 24 hours
- Maintain confidential employee records in HRIS systems
- Collaborate with HR on new hire onboarding and terminations
- Generate payroll analytics for leadership reviews
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent experience
- 3+ years of hands-on payroll processing experience
- Advanced proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables) and payroll software
- Active certification through APA or CPP preferred
- Deep knowledge of FLSA, NM wage laws, and multi-state compliance
- Proven track record of error-free payroll processing
- Exceptional problem-solving and communication skills
- Ability to manage confidential information with discretion