payroll clerk

Overview Join our dynamic team as a Payroll Clerk and become a vital part of our finance and human resources operations! In this energetic role, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll, maintaining compliance with labor laws, and managing sensitive employee data with the utmost confidentiality. Your expertise will support our organization’s commitment to fair compensation and efficient payroll management, empowering our team members to focus on their work while you handle the details behind the scenes. This position offers a chance to develop your skills in payroll systems and accounting software within a collaborative environment dedicated to excellence. Duties Process payroll using systems such as Workday, ADP, Paychex, UltiPro, Kronos, Ceridian, or PeopleSoft, ensuring accuracy and timeliness Enter and verify data related to employee hours, benefits administration, tax withholding, and deductions within payroll and HRIS (Human Resources Information System) platforms Reconcile payroll accounts and perform general ledger reconciliation to ensure financial accuracy in accordance with accounting principles Maintain compliance with employment and labor laws by staying current on tax law changes and labor regulations affecting payroll processing Prepare and review journal entries related to payroll transactions; handle accounts payable and receivable as needed for payroll\-related expenses Assist with benefits administration including enrollment, changes, and inquiries while safeguarding confidential employee information Support audits by providing detailed reports on payroll data, tax filings, and labor law compliance Skills Proficiency with payroll systems such as Workday, ADP, Paychex, Kronos, UltiPro, Ceridian, or PeopleSoft; experience supporting these platforms is highly valued Strong knowledge of employment law, tax law, labor regulations, and financial concepts related to payroll processing Skilled in using spreadsheets (Excel) for data entry, analysis, account reconciliation, and reporting Experience with accounting software including QuickBooks or similar tools; familiarity with general ledger accounting is advantageous Excellent attention to detail for handling sensitive information accurately while maintaining confidentiality Ability to perform double entry bookkeeping, journal entries, debits \& credits accurately; strong understanding of bookkeeping principles Effective communication skills to collaborate with HR teams and external agencies on payroll matters Join us in delivering precise payroll services that support our organization’s success! Your expertise will ensure our employees are paid correctly and on time while maintaining strict compliance with all relevant laws. If you thrive in a fast\-paced environment where attention to detail meets the opportunity for growth—this is the perfect role for you! Pay: $24\.69 \- $29\.73 per hour Work Location: Remote