Payroll Administrator

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to support payroll and accounting operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Wooster, Ohio. This position plays an important role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule while maintaining strong financial records and compliance with company policies. The role follows a Monday through Friday schedule and requires an earlier start on Mondays to meet payroll deadlines.

Responsibilities:
• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for both hourly and salaried employees across weekly and biweekly pay cycles, ensuring timely and accurate submission.
• Review payroll data in Workday and Dimensions, verify time and pay information, and resolve discrepancies before final processing.
• Prepare and post payroll-related journal entries to support accurate general ledger reporting.
• Assist with month-end close activities by reconciling payroll accounts and validating financial balances.
• Perform account reconciliations and investigate variances to maintain accurate payroll and accounting records.
• Support audit readiness by maintaining documentation and following established accounting policies and compliance standards.
• Coordinate payroll activities with internal stakeholders to meet deadlines, including early Monday processing requirements.
• Use Excel to analyze payroll information, organize supporting records, and produce clear reporting as needed.• At least 3 years of experience in payroll administration, including full-cycle payroll processing.
• Hands-on experience processing payroll for employee populations of approximately 100 to 500 individuals.
• Working knowledge of payroll systems such as Workday and timekeeping platforms such as Dimensions.
• Familiarity with general accounting tasks, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end close support.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage sensitive information accurately and confidentially.
• Proficiency in Excel for payroll review, reporting, and data organization.
• Dependable, well-organized, and detail-oriented in managing deadlines and daily responsibilities.