Payroll Administrator

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join an automotive organization in North Charleston, South Carolina in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position supports payroll and related HR administration in a fast-paced office setting, requiring accuracy, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. The ideal candidate is comfortable handling sensitive employee information, communicating clearly with staff, and learning internal systems quickly while maintaining dependable day-to-day support.

Responsibilities:
• Process payroll information by gathering and validating time, earnings, commissions, bonuses, tax withholdings, and employee benefit deductions from source records.
• Update employee payroll records to reflect status changes such as compensation adjustments, departmental moves, promotions, benefit elections, and tax-related updates.
• Audit payroll entries for accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and maintain organized records that support timely payroll completion.
• Prepare requested paychecks and generate recurring reports covering earnings, deductions, and tax-related payroll activity.
• Complete and maintain employee onboarding and separation documentation, including associated personnel records and compliance files.
• Track vacation and sick leave balances while keeping employee data current for setup, benefits classification, and payroll compliance purposes.
• Support HR administration by explaining workplace policies, answering employee questions related to pay and benefits, and assisting with benefit enrollment and open enrollment activities.
• Coordinate administrative aspects of workers’ compensation and unemployment responses by filing required documents, maintaining records, and communicating with external agencies in a timely manner.