Payroll Administrator

Payroll Administrator

Salary: $50k–$65k

Location: Columbus, Ohio

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

• Our client is a well-established and growing organization in Columbus, Ohio, seeking a Payroll Administrator to own and manage the payroll function

• This role partners closely with HR and Accounting leadership, offering strong visibility and job stability

• Casual, boots-and-jeans office environment

• The company emphasizes accuracy, process improvement, and employee experience

• Opportunity to streamline payroll processes and take on expanded responsibilities

• Supportive, family-oriented culture with long-term tenure across the team

• Stable organization with room for professional growth

Key Responsibilities for the Payroll Administrator:

• Process weekly/bi-weekly payroll accurately and on time for hourly and salaried employees

• Maintain employee payroll records, deductions, garnishments, and benefits changes

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations

• Reconcile payroll reports and support month-end close activities

• Serve as the point of contact for payroll-related employee questions

• Coordinate with HR on new hires, terminations, and compensation changes

• Assist with audits and special projects as directed by leadership

Qualifications for the Payroll Administrator:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related field preferred

• 2+ years of payroll administration experience

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines

• Experience with payroll systems and Excel preferred

• Knowledge of multi-state payroll is a plus