Payroll Associate

About the role

The Payroll Associate will be responsible for supporting accurate and timely payroll processing for employees on a semi-monthly basis. This role will manage day-to-day payroll activities, including end-to-end processing, timecard review, reconciliations, and employee support. The ideal candidate has hands-on payroll experience, strong attention to detail, and experience working within a payroll or HRIS system.

Responsibilities

• Process semi-monthly payroll accurately and within established deadlines.
• Manage end-to-end payroll processing, including reviewing payroll data, making adjustments, and validating information prior to payroll completion.
• Review employee timecards and identify and resolve discrepancies before payroll is processed.
• Perform payroll reconciliations to ensure payroll data and payments are accurate.
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and processing issues in a timely manner.
• Provide internal payroll support by responding to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, timekeeping, and payroll-related matters.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and supporting documentation.
• Partner with internal teams as needed to address payroll changes, corrections, and employee information updates.
• Support additional payroll-related projects and administrative responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience processing payroll, preferably in an end-to-end payroll environment.
• Experience working with payroll or HRIS systems such as ADP, SAP, Ceridian, Workday, or similar platforms.
• Understanding of payroll processes, timekeeping, payroll deductions, and reconciliations.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Ability to manage recurring deadlines and handle confidential employee information appropriately.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills with the ability to provide responsive internal employee support.