Payroll Clerk

Responsibilities:

• Enter, review, and verify payroll information using Lawson and Paychex platforms.
• Keep employee payroll records up to date, including work hours, benefit deductions, leave accruals, and adjustments.
• Support the payroll cycle to ensure accurate and on-time compensation for both union and non-union employees.
• Prepare, analyze, and distribute payroll reports for HR, Finance, and audit purposes.
• Address employee questions related to payroll records, discrepancies, and updates.
• Work closely with the Payroll Coordinator and Human Resources team to maintain efficient payroll operations.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Associate degree or degree in Accounting or a related field.
• Three to five years of relevant payroll experience.
• Practical experience working with payroll software systems.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in data entry.
• Proven ability to manage confidential and sensitive information responsibly.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Understanding of payroll-related benefit policies, procedures, and reporting standards.
• Ability to manage fast-paced payroll processing while maintaining professionalism.
• Organized, dependable, and collaborative team-oriented approach.
• Background in nonprofit or educational environments is preferred.