Payroll Assistant PA1938

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Payroll Assistant to join our team on a full-time contract basis. The Payroll Assistant will be responsible for supporting payroll processing maintaining accurate employee compensation records verifying timesheets assisting with payroll documentation and ensuring timely and accurate payments. The ideal candidate will have strong numerical organizational and administrative skills with the ability to handle confidential information and support payroll operations efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

- Assist with processing employee payroll including regular wages overtime bonuses and applicable deductions.
- Review timesheets attendance records and work-hour submissions for accuracy and completeness.
- Maintain and update employee payroll records compensation details and payment information.
- Verify payroll data and identify discrepancies missing information or inconsistencies.
- Assist with calculating wages deductions reimbursements and other payroll-related adjustments.
- Prepare payroll reports summaries and supporting documentation for review.
- Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay statements payroll schedules and compensation records.
- Support the administration of tax forms benefits deductions and other payroll documentation.
- Maintain confidentiality and follow applicable payroll policies procedures and data protection requirements.
- Collaborate with Human Resources Finance and other internal departments to resolve payroll discrepancies.
- Assist with payroll audits and ensure records are properly maintained for reporting and compliance purposes.
- Monitor payroll deadlines and recommend improvements to payroll workflows and administrative procedures.

Qualifications

- Associates or bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration Human Resources or a related field preferred.
- 13 years of experience in payroll administration accounting support bookkeeping or a related administrative role.
- Basic understanding of payroll processing wage calculations deductions and employee compensation records.
- Experience reviewing timesheets maintaining records and handling confidential employee information.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Familiarity with payroll software accounting systems or human resources information systems preferred.
- Strong numerical organizational analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments maintain accurate documentation and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Compensation & Contract Benefits

Annual Contract Rate: $85000$125000 per year depending on experience qualifications and responsibilities.

Schedule: Full-time contract approximately 40 hours per week Monday through Friday.

Contract Duration: Initial contract assignment with potential for extension or renewal based on performance and business needs.

Work Arrangement: Remote or hybrid options may be available depending on organizational requirements and company policies.

Professional Development: Opportunities for payroll training accounting education software training and continuing professional development.

Career Growth: Build expertise in payroll administration employee compensation financial documentation and payroll compliance.

Collaborative Environment: Work with Human Resources Finance and administrative teams to support accurate timely and efficient payroll operations.

Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status.