Payroll Clerk

Ledgent Finance and Accounting has an immediate Payroll opening with a manufacturing partner in the Minneapolis area.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly, biweekly, or semi-monthly payroll accurately and on schedule.
• Review and audit payroll data, including hours worked, overtime, pay adjustments, bonuses, commissions, and deductions.
• Maintain employee payroll records and ensure data accuracy within the payroll system.
• Calculate and process garnishments, tax withholdings, benefit deductions, and other payroll-related adjustments.
• Reconcile payroll reports and assist with month-end and year-end accounting activities.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws and payroll regulations.
• Prepare payroll tax filings and support year-end processes, including W-2s and other required reporting.
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee payroll inquiries in a timely manner.
• Partner with HR regarding employee onboarding, terminations, leave of absences, and changes affecting payroll.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee information and payroll records.
• Assist with payroll audits and process improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Payroll processing experience required.
• Experience with payroll systems such as ADP, Paychex, UKG, Workday, Ceridian Dayforce, or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of payroll regulations, tax laws, garnishments, and wage-and-hour compliance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll reporting.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Pay

$25-$30/hr

Schedule

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

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