Payroll Administrative Assistant
Location: Lexington, NC
Pay: Starting at $25.00 per hour, with flexibility based on experience
Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, in office
Job Type: Temp-to-Hire
We are looking for a dependable and detail-oriented Payroll Administrative Assistant to join a growing team in Lexington, NC. This is a great opportunity for someone with administrative experience who is interested in learning payroll and developing their skills in this area long term.
This position will work closely with the Payroll & Benefits Supervisor and Payroll Specialist, providing administrative support with payroll, employee records, reporting, data entry, and other day-to-day needs. The work will vary, so we're looking for someone who enjoys staying busy, learning new things, and helping wherever needed.
What You'll Be Doing
- Provide administrative support including data entry, document preparation, filing, recordkeeping, and maintaining electronic files.
- Assist with weekly payroll processing and related administrative tasks.
- Assist with time entry and payroll data entry.
- Help prepare and submit certified payroll reports and required project documentation.
- Upload, organize, and maintain documents in company systems and reporting platforms.
- Maintain spreadsheets, reports, and tracking logs, ensuring information stays accurate and up to date.
- Monitor deadlines and follow up to obtain necessary information and documentation.
- Assist with maintaining employee, payroll, and HR records.
- Provide general office support and assist with additional administrative projects as needed.
What We're Looking For
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous administrative, office support, data entry, or payroll experience preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to stay organized while managing multiple responsibilities and deadlines.
- Strong communication skills and a willingness to work closely with others.
- Ability to handle confidential employee and payroll information professionally.
- Comfortable learning new computer programs, payroll systems, and online reporting platforms.
- Previous construction industry or certified payroll experience is a plus, but not required.
Why This Opportunity?
This is a temp-to-hire position with the goal of finding someone who wants to grow with the company long term. The starting pay is $25/hour during the temporary period, with flexibility for candidates who bring additional relevant experience. If hired permanently, the position is expected to transition to a salaried role.
For someone who has a strong administrative background and wants an opportunity to learn payroll, take on additional responsibilities, and build a long-term career, this could be a great next step.
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