Payroll Processor

Role and Responsibilities

Responsible for processing payroll and the maintenance of employee database regarding salary and pay, exempt and nonexempt. Manages multiple high-volume client accounts, transactions, and other payroll functions as needed. 

Payroll Processing

• Reviews time and attendance input within the digital time-keeping system for completeness and accuracy.
• Processes weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, monthly, and interim payrolls.
• Maintains and updates employees' addresses changes, direct deposit elections, tax withholdings, etc.
• Responds to various payroll requests (garnishments, employment verifications, etc.).
• Manages employee maintenance within payroll system throughout employee life cycle. 
• Supports new client and assists with employee implementation.
• Complies with all federal, state, and local legal requirements; stays current on upcoming legislation.
• Prepares reports and compiles earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, disability, and nontaxable wage summaries.
• Responds to client and employee payroll questions and requests.
• Updates payroll records; reviews and approves changes in exemptions, insurance coverage, job titles, and transfers.
• Oversees processing payroll for certain accounts and performs as the primary POC for all payroll-related matters.

The position description is not all-inclusive and may include other duties as assigned.

Performance Measurements:

• Internal and external audits.
• Transaction/payment processing time.
• Data input accuracy.
• Customer satisfaction.

Education/Experience:

• 1-3 years of basic bookkeeping and payroll procedures/techniques.
• 1-3 years of proven ability to calculate, post, and manage payroll figures and financial records.
• 2+ years of Microsoft Office experience.
• Highly Proficient with payroll software.

 Qualifications/Skills:

• Strong accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong knowledge of tax and wage laws.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good understanding of common fiscal procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Typing, 10-key, and data entry skills.
• Maintain client and employee confidentiality.

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field a plus
• PEO or payroll company related experience a plus.

Onsite position only - No hybrid or remote work available.