Job Description

We are looking for an efficient payroll clerk to be responsible for all tasks involved in processing payroll. The payroll clerk has a range of duties that include collecting timesheets, calculating wages, and ensuring employees receive their pay on time.

To be successful as a payroll clerk you should be able to carry out all tasks with high attention to detail. Ultimately, a top-notch payroll clerk should be highly organized and possess excellent math skills.

Responsibilities:

• Pay employees by calculating pay and deductions and issuing checks.
• Maintain payroll information by collecting, calculating, and entering data into the payroll system, as well as retrieving data when necessary.
• Update payroll records by entering changes in exemptions, insurance coverage, savings deductions, and payroll accounting department/division transfers.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information and interacting with HR.
• Maintain payroll operations by following policies and procedures, and reporting needed changes.
• Maintain employee confidence and protects payroll operations by keeping information confidential.

Payroll Clerk Requirements:

• Degree in accounting or related field preferred.
• Previous experience in a payroll department.
• Knowledge of payroll software is beneficial.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good math and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Team player.