Payroll Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Payroll Coordinator Location: Robinson, IL Type: Contract Compensation:$25-$29 per hour Contractor Work Model: Onsite – onsite Hours: 40.0 Responsibilities

• Serve as fully trained Payroll Coordinator by overseeing the editing and verification process of the hourly workforce daily time punches into the client's automated payroll process
• Process the bi-weekly payroll for the plant hourly employees as well as process biweekly payroll accruals and weekly payroll for the contingent workforce
• Ensure that all Sarbanes Oxley controls are in place and functioning adequately throughout the entire year
• Process all payroll deductions and additional earnings on a timely basis
• Assist with the tracking process for hourly attendance within the prescribed plant policy
• Be onsite to assist employees with payroll questions and respond to questions submitted through Service Now
• Process incoming garnishment orders, garnishment remittances (payments), and set-up new vendors
• Serve as SME regarding ad hoc requests related to payroll by attending meetings, pulling payroll data, providing input/perspective on payroll rules/policies and other on behalf of Finance/Controller
• Assist with annual/periodic wage updates for Hourly Employees by updating spreadsheets for IS and HR to ensure new wage structures are complete based on desired deadline

• General knowledge of payroll and accounting principles (GAAP) preferred, but not required
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal, with the ability to effectively address all levels within the organization
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Ability to maintain the highest levels of confidentiality
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• High school diploma or GED required
• Associates degree or equivalent education and/or experience preferred, but not required
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications including Word, and Excel required
• 1-2 years automated time and attendance system experience and/or General Accounting experience preferred, but not required
• Understanding of how employee attendance practices impact payroll (FMLA, STD, Vacation, etc.) preferred
• SAP experience is preferred, but not required