Payroll Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to support accurate and timely payroll operations in Plano, Texas. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, maintaining precise records, and helping ensure employees are paid correctly. The person in this role will work closely with payroll leadership and partner with HR and Finance to address payroll-related questions, reporting needs, and compliance expectations.

Responsibilities:
• Prepare payroll calculations by reviewing hours worked, salary information, incentive earnings, and other compensation data to ensure correct employee pay.
• Process payroll-related withholdings, tax amounts, and associated expenses while following applicable regulations and internal guidelines.
• Administer deductions, garnishments, and other pay adjustments accurately and in accordance with company policy and legal requirements.
• Maintain organized payroll files, supporting records, and documentation to promote accuracy, traceability, and audit readiness.
• Assist with payroll reconciliations and routine reporting by reviewing data, identifying discrepancies, and helping resolve variances.
• Respond to employee payroll questions professionally and provide timely clarification on pay, deductions, and related matters.
• Coordinate with Human Resources and Finance teams to validate payroll information and support compliant payroll processing.
• Contribute to audit activities and internal control procedures by preparing documentation and supporting regulatory compliance efforts.• High school diploma required; an associate degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.
• 0–2 years of experience in payroll, accounting, data entry, or a related administrative function.
• Strong numerical accuracy and close attention to detail when working with compensation and payroll data.
• Working knowledge of payroll practices, wage calculations, deductions, and tax-related processing.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and familiarity with payroll systems or related software.
• Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work independently and manage priorities.
• Experience supporting reconciliations, documentation, compliance tasks, or audit-related activities is a plus.