Payroll Assistant

About Our Client The organization provides payroll and accounting operations support to a variety of clients. It helps address the challenges of accurate and timely payroll processing while maintaining compliance, confidentiality, and data integrity when handling employee and financial information. About the Opportunity The Payroll Assistant supports day\-to\-day payroll operations through data entry, recordkeeping, administrative support, and payroll preparation. This entry\-level position helps maintain accurate payroll information, meet processing deadlines, and support clients under the guidance of experienced payroll professionals. Responsibilities Assist with preparing client payrolls on weekly, biweekly, semimonthly, and monthly schedules Collect and organize employee hours, payroll changes, reimbursements, bonuses, commissions, and related information Enter payroll and employee data into payroll systems according to established procedures Review timesheets and payroll documentation for completeness, accuracy, and consistency Maintain organized digital payroll files and supporting documentation Enter new hires, terminations, direct deposit information, deductions, and other payroll changes Manage payroll calendars, checklists, and processing deadlines Prepare payroll reports and supporting documentation Assist with basic payroll reconciliations and research payroll discrepancies Communicate with team members regarding missing or incomplete payroll information Support client payroll communications under the direction of senior team members Assist with quarterly and year\-end payroll documentation and reporting Maintain strict confidentiality of employee, client, payroll, tax, and financial information Follow established payroll procedures, checklists, and quality\-control requirements Provide administrative support to payroll, bookkeeping, and accounting teams Perform additional payroll and administrative duties as assigned Requirements Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy Excellent organizational and time\-management skills Ability to follow established procedures and meet deadlines Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or willingness to develop proficiency Basic spreadsheet and data\-entry skills Effective verbal and written communication skills Ability to appropriately handle confidential information Willingness to learn payroll and accounting processes Ability to accept feedback and make corrections as needed Dependable and professional work habits Ability to work independently in a remote environment while maintaining consistent communication Preferred Qualifications Previous administrative, payroll, bookkeeping, accounting, or customer service experience Experience with Microsoft Excel and payroll or accounting software Basic understanding of payroll, bookkeeping, or accounting concepts Experience handling confidential employee or financial information Relevant coursework, training, or professional certification Pay Range and Compensation Package * Hourly pay range of $18\.00–$22\.00 , based on experience Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin . Not e: RemoteHunter is not the Employer of Record (EOR) for this role. Our purpose in this opportunity is to connect exceptional candidates with leading employers. We help job seekers worldwide discover roles that match their goals and guide them to complete their full application directly through the hiring company's career page or ATS.