Payroll Administrator II

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator II to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Westerville, Ohio. This position plays an important role in reviewing payroll data, addressing employee questions, and coordinating with accounting and human resources to help ensure compliant and precise pay processing. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll systems knowledge, sound judgment with confidential information, and the ability to work effectively across multiple timekeeping and payroll platforms.

Responsibilities:
• Process employee hours, earnings, and payroll-related records with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Validate payroll entries and audit supporting information to confirm completeness, correctness, and policy compliance before payroll is finalized.
• Calculate and apply garnishments, mandated withholdings, and other special deductions in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Serve as a backup resource within the payroll team and provide day-to-day support across core payroll activities.
• Build working expertise in payroll processing workflows and the relationship between timekeeping systems and payroll platforms.
• Investigate payroll questions from employees, resolve discrepancies, and communicate clear guidance on pay-related matters.
• Review payroll reports and related system outputs to identify issues, verify results, and support proper payroll administration.
• Assist with communicating payroll procedures to employees and maintain organized payroll documentation for year-end activities.
• Prepare payroll information needed for financial reporting and collaborate with accounting and human resources to support accurate pay and statement alignment.• Associate degree in Accounting or a related field, or equivalent experience; three years of relevant experience may be considered in place of formal education.
• 3-5 years of payroll experience, including at least three years working with Oracle or another major payroll system and Kronos timekeeping.
• Demonstrated knowledge of payroll practices, payroll audits, deductions, and timekeeping administration.
• Ability to research issues, interpret payroll policies, and resolve employee concerns with professionalism and discretion.
• Experience reviewing payroll reports and validating data for accuracy, compliance, and financial consistency.
• Strong communication and customer service skills, with the ability to work effectively with payroll, human resources, and accounting teams.
• High level of confidentiality, strong organizational skills, and careful attention to data accuracy and detail.
• Payroll or payroll systems certification is preferred.