Payroll Clerk I

The Payroll Clerk provides administrative and operational support for the payroll and timekeeping functions for employees at Giti Tire Manufacturing. This position reviews timekeeping records, assists with bi-weekly payroll preparation, researches discrepancies, maintains payroll documentation, and prepares reports. The Payroll Clerk works closely with Payroll, Human Resources, Accounting, employees, and management to ensure payroll and timekeeping information is accurate and submitted on time. Review and verify daily time punches and identify missing, incorrect, or incomplete timekeeping information. Coordinate with employees and managers to resolve timekeeping discrepancies. Assist with bi-weekly payroll preparation by reviewing payroll and timekeeping data for accuracy and completeness. Assist employees and managers with routine payroll, attendance, timekeeping, and pay-related questions. Assist with payroll reconciliations, audits, and supporting documentation. Prepare and maintain reports related to overtime, vacation, holiday pay, incentives, attendance, and hours worked. Use Microsoft Excel to organize, reconcile, and analyze payroll and timekeeping data. Maintain accurate payroll, employee, and personnel records while ensuring confidentiality. Perform general administrative duties, including data entry, filing, reporting, scanning, and document preparation. Follow established payroll procedures, company policies, and processing deadlines. Work with Payroll, Human Resources, Accounting, employees, and management to obtain or correct payroll-related information. Support continuous improvement of payroll, timekeeping, and administrative processes. Perform other duties as assigned. Education & Experience Associate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, Finance, or a related field preferred. Equivalent education and relevant payroll, accounting, HR, or administrative experience may be considered. Previous payroll, timekeeping, accounting, or HR administrative experience preferred. Manufacturing payroll experience is a plus. Preferred Qualifications Experience with ADP payroll and/or timekeeping systems is a plus. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas and PivotTables, with the ability to analyze, organize, and interpret payroll and timekeeping data. Strong attention to detail, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to meet payroll deadlines. Effective written, verbal, interpersonal, and customer service skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information professionally. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Physical Requirements & Work Environment Ability to sit for extended periods and operate standard office equipment. Occasional standing, walking, bending, reaching, and movement throughout the facility. Primarily an office environment within a manufacturing facility with occasional entry into production areas. PPE may be required when entering designated production areas. Some flexibility in working hours may be required to support payroll deadlines. EEO Statement Giti Tire Mfg. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Disclaimer This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Job Title Payroll Clerk FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Location: Richburg, SC Summary The Payroll Clerk provides administrative and operational support for the payroll and timekeeping functions for employees at Giti Tire Manufacturing. This position reviews timekeeping records, assists with bi-weekly payroll preparation, researches discrepancies, maintains payroll documentation, and prepares reports. The Payroll Clerk works closely with Payroll, Human Resources, Accounting, employees, and management to ensure payroll and timekeeping information is accurate and submitted on time. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Review and verify daily time punches and identify missing, incorrect, or incomplete timekeeping information. Coordinate with employees and managers to resolve timekeeping discrepancies. Assist with bi-weekly payroll preparation by reviewing payroll and timekeeping data for accuracy and completeness. Assist employees and managers with routine payroll, attendance, timekeeping, and pay-related questions. Assist with payroll reconciliations, audits, and supporting documentation. Prepare and maintain reports related to overtime, vacation, holiday pay, incentives, attendance, and hours worked. Use Microsoft Excel to organize, reconcile, and analyze payroll and timekeeping data. Maintain accurate payroll, employee, and personnel records while ensuring confidentiality. Perform general administrative duties, including data entry, filing, reporting, scanning, and document preparation. Follow established payroll procedures, company policies, and processing deadlines. Work with Payroll, Human Resources, Accounting, employees, and management to obtain or correct payroll-related information. Support continuous improvement of payroll, timekeeping, and administrative processes. Perform other duties as assigned. Education & Experience Associate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, Finance, or a related field preferred. Equivalent education and relevant payroll, accounting, HR, or administrative experience may be considered. Previous payroll, timekeeping, accounting, or HR administrative experience preferred. Manufacturing payroll experience is a plus. Preferred Qualifications Experience with ADP payroll and/or timekeeping systems is a plus. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas and PivotTables, with the ability to analyze, organize, and interpret payroll and timekeeping data. Strong attention to detail, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to meet payroll deadlines. Effective written, verbal, interpersonal, and customer service skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information professionally. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Physical Requirements & Work Environment Ability to sit for extended periods and operate standard office equipment. Occasional standing, walking, bending, reaching, and movement throughout the facility. Primarily an office environment within a manufacturing facility with occasional entry into production areas. PPE may be required when entering designated production areas. Some flexibility in working hours may be required to support payroll deadlines. EEO Statement Giti Tire Mfg. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Disclaimer This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. #J-18808-Ljbffr