Payroll Clerk

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform daily payroll department operations efficiently.
• Manage workflows to ensure timely and accurate payroll transactions.
• Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and validate confirmed reports.
• Ensure proper taxation of employer-paid benefits.
• Process and comply with garnishments and child support calculations.
• Prepare accurate and timely year-end payroll reports when necessary.
• Develop financial and operational reports as needed.
• Calculate back pay and make check corrections.
• Address employee and employer payroll inquiries through research and resolution.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate degree in Business or Accounting required.
• Certifications: Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred.
• Experience: 4–6 years of experience in multi-state payroll processing.
• Strong understanding of child support income withholding orders (IWOs) and garnishments.

Skills and Knowledge

• Working knowledge of payroll best practices.
• Comprehensive understanding of federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other PC applications.
• Familiarity with Paycom Payroll Software preferred.

Attributes

• Strong work ethic, professionalism, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interfacing with various management levels.
• Decision-making, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively.
• Capacity to perform under tight deadlines, with availability for overtime as needed.