Payroll Clerk

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a Payroll Clerk to support payroll operations for a manufacturing organization in Rochester, New York. This Contract position will manage end-to-end payroll activities for a mid-sized employee population, helping ensure employees are paid accurately and on time. The ideal candidate brings hands-on payroll experience, strong accuracy, and familiarity with garnishments and ADP payroll processing.

Responsibilities:
• Process full-cycle payroll for a workforce of approximately 101 to 500 employees with a high level of accuracy and timeliness.
• Review payroll data, validate employee pay information, and resolve discrepancies before final submission.
• Administer payroll-related deductions, including garnishments, in accordance with applicable requirements and deadlines.
• Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation to ensure completeness, accuracy, and audit readiness.
• Use ADP payroll tools to enter, update, and process payroll transactions efficiently.
• Respond to payroll questions from employees and internal stakeholders with clear and effective communication.
• Assist with payroll corrections, off-cycle payments, and other adjustments as needed to support smooth payroll operations.• Experience processing payroll in a detail-oriented business environment.
• Demonstrated ability to handle full-cycle payroll responsibilities from data review through final processing.
• Background supporting payroll for employee populations ranging from 101 to 500 employees.
• Working knowledge of payroll garnishments and related deductions.
• Experience using ADP for payroll processing and payroll record management.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to manage confidential information responsibly.