Payroll Administrator
Robert Half · St Louis, MO · 2 wk ago
On-siteHuman ResourcesFull-time
We are looking for a Payroll Administrator based in Missouri to oversee biweekly payroll operations and provide day-to-day support across core human resources activities. This role serves as a reliable point of contact for employees and leaders on payroll and HR-related matters.
Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end biweekly payroll for a workforce of more than 350 employees using payroll systems such as Paylocity.
- Review timekeeping, attendance, and payroll information to identify inconsistencies and ensure records remain accurate and up to date.
- Investigate payroll questions, correct discrepancies promptly, and provide clear support to employees and managers.
- Produce recurring and ad hoc payroll reports covering areas such as overtime, incentive pay, and month-end activity.
- Maintain employee HR records, including compensation updates, tax details, benefit elections, new staff, and separations.
- Support compliance with payroll, employment, and leave regulations by monitoring documentation and following required procedures.
- Administer benefit-related tasks such as enrollments, terminations, billing coordination, and related reporting.
- Coordinate offboarding activities and complete required termination and compliance documentation in a timely manner.
- Assist with onboarding processes by facilitating background checks, employment verification, and onboarding documentation.
- Prepare workforce and HR data reports to support operational planning and benefits-related initiatives.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of experience handling payroll, including full-cycle payroll processing.
- At least 2 years of broad human resources support experience in an administrative capacity.
- Demonstrated ability to process payroll accurately for mid-sized employee populations, including multi-state environments when applicable.
- Hands-on experience with payroll platforms such as Paylocity; familiarity with Paycor or Paychex is also valuable.
- Working knowledge of payroll compliance, employee recordkeeping, benefits administration, and leave-related requirements.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to reconcile data, troubleshoot issues, and manage confidential information responsibly.
- Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Benefits
- Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
- Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan.