Payroll Assistant

Our client, [Industry Descriptor] is seeking a Payroll Assistant to join their team. As a Payroll Assistant, you will be part of the Payroll department supporting multi-site operations. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, strong computer proficiency, and the ability to meet deadlines in a fully electronic payroll environment—skills that will help you keep payroll accurate, timely, and compliant. Pay Range: $20 Shift: Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. (start time flexible between 7:00 or 8:00 a.m., with 7:00 a.m. preferred) What's the Job? Maintain confidentiality and safeguard all payroll-related information while supporting payroll processing for multiple sites. Review and validate timecard data in UKG to ensure accuracy before payroll close. Participate in bi-weekly payroll processing for approximately 1,300 employees, including support for special payment runs across multiple locations and states. Enter and verify pre-payroll entries such as W-4s, direct deposits, personnel updates, benefits, and deductions. Support month-end and year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation and distribution, and assist with labor reporting and discrepancy resolution. What's Needed? High School Diploma/GED required. 1 year of experience in payroll, HR, accounting, or a related field required. Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data entry. Excellent time-management and organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines. Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, and Excel), and comfort navigating electronic payroll systems (UKG preferred) and processes. What's in it for me? Work in a role where your accuracy directly impacts timely, correct pay for employees. Build confidence with electronic payroll workflows, timekeeping validation, and multi-location payroll support. Develop cross-functional collaboration skills by partnering with Human Resources and site operations. Strengthen your payroll expertise through routine processing, discrepancy resolution, and year-end support. Join a team environment that values confidentiality, professionalism, and continuous improvement. Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for: Medical and Prescription Drug Plans Supplemental Life Insurance Short Term Disability Insurance 401(k) About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells. Manpower® is a global leader in contingent staffing and permanent resourcing, providing companies with strategic and operational flexibility and creating talent at scale. Our specialized recruiting teams assess and guide talent into meaningful, sustainable employment, while our PowerSuite technology enables deeper insight and smarter matching, helping candidates find opportunities that align with their strengths, experience, and career goals. In this constantly shifting world, our flexible workforce solutions provide companies with the business agility needed to succeed. Manpower is part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands, which also includes Experis, Talent Solutions and Jefferson Wells. For more information about Manpower, follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram. #J-18808-Ljbffr Manpower, Inc.