Payroll Administrator

About the role

Provide payroll support for all levels of the organization. Additionally, this position would assist with other HR projects as necessary. This is an on-site position in Des Moines, IA.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes, inputs and prepares payroll data via automated system to produce accurate and timely payroll (weekly & bi-weekly)
• Ensures compliance with all applicable state and federal wage and hour laws
• Prepares weekly, monthly, quarterly and year-end reports (gross payroll, hours worked, vacation accrual, tax deductions, benefit deductions, etc.) for management
• Maintains current knowledge of applicable state and federal wage and hour laws
• Stays current on payroll systems to achieve alignment with HR benefits and other related items
• Provides effective accounting support for payroll related matters
• Facilitates management and employee understanding of payroll procedures
• Approving invoices for payment
• Assists in organizational training and development efforts
• Helps monitor performance appraisal process
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned

Qualifications

Knowledge and Skills: Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of payroll, effective oral and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills and computer proficiency. Detail-oriented, ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines. Able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Education and Work Experience: An Associate's Degree and/or Bachelor's Degree, or Three to Five years' experience in Payroll. Any similar combination of education and experience.