Payroll Clerk

Duties and Responsibilities

• Compiles statistical and payroll data from a variety of sources (e.g., time sheets/payroll, salary adjustments, longevity pay, benefits, leave balances, tax deposits, etc.) for the purpose of providing summaries to other personnel, and/or ensuring compliance with established guidelines.
• Confers with a variety of internal and external parties (e.g., employees, County/State/Federal agencies, auditors, vendors, banking institutions, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring accurate payroll processing.
• Maintains a wide variety of payroll information (e.g., direct deposits, pre-notes, W-4’s, leave balances, salary, levies, garnishments, investments, voluntary and involuntary contributions, etc.). for the purpose of ensuring the availability of documentation and compliance with established policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Participates in workshops, in-service trainings, etc. for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job functions.
• Prepares a variety of payroll related documents (e.g., voluntary and involuntary contributions, W-2 controls, verification of employment and salary, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.
• Reconciles payroll account balances (e.g., time sheets, direct deposits, wage attachments, benefits, voluntary and involuntary contributions, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining accurate account balances and complying with established guidelines.
• Researches discrepancies of payroll information and/or documentation (e.g., time sheets, leave time, salary, supplements, longevity pay, stipends, FMLS, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring accuracy and adherence to procedures prior to processing.
• Resolves discrepancies with payroll and/or benefit information and/or documentation (e.g., payroll, benefit provider/s, withholding versus W4, salary status, late hires, leaves of absence, separating employees, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring accuracy of records and employee payments.
• Affords support in reviewing payroll and a variety of insurance-related information (e.g., payroll reports, FMLA, requirements, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring accuracy of payroll and insurance records.
• Supports the HR Department in completing payroll operations for the purpose of ensuring the timely and accurate payroll generation.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of office or hospital administrative experience is preferred.
• Experience in a Human Resources setting is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge and skill in using computer software with emphasis on basic word processing and spreadsheet applications in Windows environment.
• Ability to communicate with employees, the public and management in a courteous and professional manner.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Salary Description

$21.00 - $24.00