Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as an Urgently Hiring Payroll Clerk in Mesa, AZ! We're seeking a meticulous professional to manage accurate payroll processing for 150+ employees. This critical role requires attention to detail and expertise in compliance. Enjoy competitive benefits and a supportive work environment in Mesa's thriving business district.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 150+ employees using ADP/Greenhouse systems
- Calculate and garnish wages for tax withholdings, deductions, and benefits
- Ensure compliance with federal/state labor laws (FLSA, FICA, AZ Revised Statutes)
- Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies within 48 hours
- Prepare year-end tax forms (W-2, 1099) and audit documentation
- Collaborate with HR on new hire onboarding and terminations
- Implement process improvements for payroll efficiency
Qualifications
- 3+ years US payroll processing experience (ADP/Greenhouse preferred)
- Expert knowledge of FLSA, FICA, and Arizona wage/hour regulations
- Proficient in Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables) and payroll software
- CPP/FPC certification or equivalent payroll credentials required
- Ability to handle confidential data with HIPAA-level discretion
- Proven problem-solving skills for payroll discrepancies
- Associates degree in Accounting/Business or equivalent experience