Payroll Administrator

Key Responsibilities

• Administers payroll information to ensure accurate and timely processing, including tax calculations, deductions, and deposits.
• Audits payroll reports before and after processing to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Maintains accurate records of sick, vacation, personal, and compensatory time.
• Calculates termination pay, retroactive adjustments, performance compensation, and other special payments.
• Reconciles payroll accounts and assists with month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Serves as a knowledgeable and confidential resource for employees and managers regarding payroll procedures.
• Assists in resolving payroll issues and discrepancies with professionalism and confidentiality.
• Provides guidance to managers on timekeeping procedures, payroll deadlines, and policy interpretation.
• May serve as acting Payroll Manager in the manager’s absence and collaborates closely with other Human Resources staff.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of payroll laws, regulations, and procedures.
• Experience with payroll systems required, experience with ADP Lyric preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Access.
• Ability to process high volumes of financial data accurately under time constraints.
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships with employees, managers, and the public.
• Sound business acumen, including problem-solving, decision-making, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently with discretion and maintain confidentiality.
• Professional attitude and commitment to high-quality work.