Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Payroll Clerk in the heart of Kansas City! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage our payroll operations with precision and compliance. This is a hybrid role offering competitive benefits, professional growth opportunities, and a supportive team environment. Help us empower employees through accurate and timely payroll processing while ensuring adherence to all federal, state, and local regulations.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 200+ employees using ADP Enterprise system
- Calculate and maintain accurate tax withholdings, deductions, and garnishments
- Manage timekeeping records, reconciling discrepancies with department heads
- Prepare and submit payroll tax filings (federal, state, local) quarterly
- Respond to payroll-related employee inquiries within 24 hours
- Generate payroll reports for finance and HR departments
- Audit payroll data for accuracy before processing runs
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Accounting or Business Administration (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years of payroll processing experience with ADP/Paychex systems
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables)
- Knowledge of FLSA, IRS, and Missouri state payroll regulations
- Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment