Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to join our dynamic finance team. This is an immediate hire opportunity for a professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in accuracy.
In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for ensuring our employees are paid accurately and on time, managing payroll compliance, and supporting our HR department. If you are looking for a stable role with a forward-thinking company, we want to hear from you.
Key Highlights of the Role:
- Immediate Start: Join our team right away.
- Competitive Package: Generous salary and benefits.
- Growth Potential: Clear pathways for career advancement within the finance department.
Responsibilities
- Process weekly and bi-weekly payroll using [Software Name] to ensure timely and accurate payments for all employees.
- Review, verify, and process timecards, leave requests, and overtime calculations with 100% accuracy.
- Maintain precise payroll records and ensure strict compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws.
- Prepare and file payroll tax forms (W-2s, 1099s) and handle year-end reporting requirements.
- Respond professionally and promptly to employee inquiries regarding pay stubs, tax forms, deductions, and payroll discrepancies.
- Reconcile payroll bank statements and assist the Finance Manager with month-end close processes.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2-3 years of proven experience in payroll processing or a related accounting role.
- Proficiency in payroll software (e.g., ADP, Paychex, QuickBooks Payroll, Ceridian).
- Strong working knowledge of FLSA regulations, payroll tax laws, and garnishment procedures.
- Excellent mathematical aptitude and exceptional attention to detail.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, formulas).
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration is a plus.