Payroll Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to support accurate and timely payroll operations for an organization based in Lancaster, New York. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is comfortable handling end-to-end payroll activities, maintaining compliance with deductions and garnishments, and working carefully with payroll records and related documentation. The role also involves supporting invoice review and select purchasing-related tasks while using Microsoft Excel to organize and verify data.

Responsibilities:
• Process recurring payroll accurately and on schedule for a workforce of approximately 101 to 500 employees.
• Manage full-cycle payroll activities, including data review, earnings and deduction updates, and final payroll verification.
• Administer garnishments and other required withholdings in accordance with applicable guidelines and employee records.
• Review payroll information for completeness and resolve discrepancies before submission.
• Use Microsoft Excel to track payroll details, reconcile figures, and prepare supporting reports.
• Confirm approved invoices are properly documented and aligned with internal records.
• Assist with purchasing-related administrative activities, including record maintenance and transaction support.
• Maintain organized payroll files and ensure sensitive employee information is handled confidentially.• Experience processing payroll in a detail-focused business environment.
• Working knowledge of full-cycle payroll procedures for employee populations ranging from 101 to 500 employees.
• Familiarity with payroll garnishments, deductions, and standard compliance practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for reviewing, organizing, and validating financial or payroll data.
• Ability to work with accuracy, meet deadlines, and manage confidential information responsibly.
• Experience reviewing approved invoices and supporting related administrative processes.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with a dependable, detail-focused work style.