Payroll Clerk

Our client in HR Software is looking to hire a Entry Level Payroll Clerk in St. Petersburg, FL 33701Check below to see if you have what is needed for this opportunity, and if so, make an application asap.Pay Rate:$15.69 Per hourJob Description:About the Opportunity: The Wage Attachment Specialist II is responsible for reviewing, interpreting, and processing court-ordered wage garnishments and other involuntary payroll deductions. This role requires strong attention to detail, critical thinking, and the ability to manage a high-volume workload while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.What You'll DoReview, interpret, and process wage garnishment orders, including child support, tax levies, creditor garnishments, and bankruptcy orders.Accurately index, enter, and maintain garnishment records within payroll and case management systems.Respond to inquiries from clients, employees, courts, attorneys, and government agencies regarding garnishment orders and payroll deductions.Investigate and resolve complex issues using critical thinking and problem-solving skills.Manage assigned workloads efficiently while consistently meeting departmental KPIs, productivity standards, and client SLAs.Identify risks, processing errors, and compliance concerns; perform root cause analysis and escalate issues as needed.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve customer and operational issues.Maintain strict confidentiality while handling sensitive employee and client information.Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.Skills:/Qualifications - RequiredStrong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to work independently and make sound decisions.Strong customer service and relationship management skills.Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Demonstrated analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.Experience working with confidential information.Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook and Excel.Qualifications - Preferred2+ years of payroll, garnishment, legal document processing, banking operations, or related experience preferred.Payroll processing experience.Wage garnishment or wage attachment processing experience.Experience interpreting legal documents, court orders, or compliance-related documentation.Experience working in a metrics-driven, high-volume processing environment.ABOUT US:PrideNow is Pride Global' s light industrial staffing organization, a distinguished division within the Pride Global umbrella.Aligned with the overarching mission of Pride Global, we specialize in delivering top-tier human resources and workforce solutions to the light industrial industry. Leveraging the strength of our global network, PrideNow is dedicated to empowering diversity, ensuring compliance, and driving unparalleled success for businesses. As part of the Pride Global family, we bring forth a commitment to excellence and a comprehensive approach to meeting the unique staffing needs of our clients worldwide. Welcome to PrideNow, where our local expertise seamlessly integrates into the global excellence of Pride Global, shaping a future of dynamic workforce solutions.Benefits Disclosure:Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - offer eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.EEO STATEMENT:As a certified minority-owned business, Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics.Fair Chance Employment:PrideGlobal and its affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.Accommodation:We are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants and employees with disabilities. xhyhwjd If you require reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates:Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.