Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team at Southwest Financial Group as a Payroll Clerk! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage accurate and timely payroll processing for 200+ employees. This full-time role offers competitive benefits, professional growth opportunities, and a collaborative work environment in downtown Tucson. Help us maintain compliance with federal/state regulations while supporting our valued workforce through seamless payroll operations.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for salaried and hourly employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Calculate and garnish deductions, taxes, and voluntary benefits deductions
- Reconcile payroll accounts and prepare quarterly/yearly tax filings
- Respond to employee payroll inquiries with timely and accurate resolutions
- Maintain digital records in compliance with SOX and FLSA requirements
- Collaborate with HR on new hires, terminations, and compensation changes
- Conduct payroll audits to ensure data integrity and regulatory compliance
Qualifications
- 3+ years of payroll processing experience with multi-state operations
- Proficiency in ADP, QuickBooks, or similar payroll software
- Strong understanding of FLSA, IRS, and Arizona state labor laws
- Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
- Advanced Excel skills with VLOOKUP and pivot table expertise
- PHR or CPP certification a significant plus
- Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion