Payroll Coordinator

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Client Overview:

Our client, a professional organization with global reach, is looking to add a Payroll Coordinator to their team.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$23/hr - $26/hr DOE

Position Overview:

The Payroll Coordinator will support the Payroll, Benefits, and Human Resources functions by assisting employees with benefits enrollment, maintaining employee records, and supporting payroll processing activities. This is a contract-only position requiring an immediate start. While there is potential for conversion to a permanent role, this is not guaranteed.

Responsibilities of the Payroll Coordinator:

• Manage new hire onboarding and employee records, including audits of personnel files, I-9s, and compliance documentation in HR/Payroll and Time & Attendance systems (CEGID).
• Provide employee support for self-service, timekeeping, payroll inquiries, and benefits enrollment while maintaining confidentiality and regulatory compliance.
• Support payroll operations by processing adjustments, terminations, off-cycle payrolls, deductions, and validating timekeeping and attendance records.
• Prepare and maintain payroll, compliance, and audit reports, including quarterly new hire activity, EEO-1, BLS, and financial/GL reporting (Excel required).
• Assist with benefits administration, including enrollments, 401(k) and transit changes, vendor file audits, and benefits communications.
• Serve as cross-trained payroll backup, handling payroll funding reports, severance processing, and employee data updates as needed.

Required Experience/Skills for the Payroll Coordinator:

• Minimum 2 years of experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Close attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including intermediate Excel skills.
• Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Experience/Skills for the Payroll Coordinator:

• Experience in HR administration, payroll processing, or benefits administration.
• Experience with UKG Pro (Ultimate Software).
• Familiarity with Time & Attendance systems.
• Experience supporting audits and compliance reporting.

Education Requirements:

• High school diploma is required.

Benefits:

• Atrium Care Package available upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off).

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