Job Description
Join a Leading Raleigh Team as a Payroll Clerk – Immediate Opportunity!
Nexus Financial Services is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to join our expanding finance department. If you are looking for a role where accuracy meets impact and you can start immediately, this is the perfect opportunity for you. We offer a collaborative environment, competitive compensation, and the chance to streamline payroll operations for a growing enterprise.
In this pivotal role, you will be the gatekeeper of our employee compensation, ensuring every paycheck is accurate, timely, and compliant with all regulatory standards. You will work closely with HR and Accounting to maintain data integrity and support our workforce.
Responsibilities
- Process & Calculate Payroll: Accurately process weekly and bi-weekly payroll for over 150 employees using [ADP/Workday], ensuring all hours, deductions, and taxes are calculated correctly.
- Timekeeping Management: Review and validate time cards, timesheets, and leave requests to ensure compliance with company policy and labor laws.
- Compliance & Reporting: Prepare and file necessary federal, state, and local payroll tax reports (e.g., W-2s, 1099s) and maintain accurate payroll tax filings.
- Data Maintenance: Maintain up-to-date employee records in our HRIS system, updating personal information, tax forms, and banking details as required.
- Issue Resolution: Act as the primary point of contact for employees regarding payroll questions, deductions, and earnings statements; troubleshoot discrepancies promptly.
- Process Improvement: Assist in the monthly close process by reconciling payroll general ledger accounts and preparing variance reports.
Qualifications
- Education: High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration is preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in payroll processing or a similar accounting role. Experience with automated payroll systems (ADP, Paychex, or similar) is strongly required.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) and HRIS software. Familiarity with state-specific tax regulations in North Carolina is a plus.
- Attention to Detail: Exceptional ability to perform repetitive tasks with high accuracy and maintain data confidentiality.
- Communication: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to explain complex payroll concepts clearly to non-financial staff.
- Soft Skills: Proactive problem-solver with strong time management skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.