Payroll Clerk

Job Summary:

The Payroll Clerk will process weekly payroll and maintain employee time records.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Enters, maintains, and/or processes information in the payroll system; information may include employees’ hourly rates, salaries, commissions, bonuses or other compensation, time worked, paid leave and holidays, deductions and withholding, address changes, and other information.
• Ensures proper processing of payroll deductions for taxes, benefits, charitable contributions, and other deductions.
• Reconciles payroll to the general ledger and monthly bank statements.
• Issues, or reissues, physical or replacement checks or direct deposits due to payroll errors or final discharge.
• Records and processes federal and state payroll tax deposits.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a payroll clerk or in a similar role.
• Proficiency in payroll software and MS Office (especially Excel).
• Strong numerical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of payroll regulations and laws.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Associate's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field (preferred but not required).

Physical Requirements:
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

This is not a remote position.