Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Payroll Clerk in Philadelphia! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for 2,500+ municipal employees. This is an immediate opportunity to contribute to our city's financial operations with competitive benefits and growth potential. Work in a collaborative environment supporting public sector payroll excellence.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for municipal employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Verify timekeeping records and resolve discrepancies with department heads
- Prepare and file federal/state payroll tax filings (Form 941, PA-40)
- Manage garnishments, deductions, and union benefit deductions
- Generate payroll reports for finance department and external auditors
- Onboard new employees with payroll setup and orientation
- Maintain compliance with FLSA, DOL, and PA labor regulations
Qualifications
- 3+ years of payroll processing experience in a corporate/government setting
- Proficiency in ADP, QuickBooks, or similar payroll systems
- Deep knowledge of federal/state payroll tax regulations
- Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- PHR/SPHR or CPP certification preferred
- Exceptional attention to detail with 10-key accuracy
- Strong problem-solving skills for payroll discrepancies
- Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive employee data