Payroll Administrator

We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to support payroll operations for a construction and contractor organization in Scottsdale, Arizona. This is a Long-term Contract position suited for someone who is detail-oriented, communicates effectively across teams, and can manage employee data with accuracy.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and update employee records in payroll and HR systems, ensuring all information remains accurate and current.
• Assist with payroll processing activities for a workforce that may span multiple states, helping to keep pay data organized and complete.
• Review and apply employee updates such as tax exemption changes, compensation adjustments, and transitions in pay structure.
• Enter, upload, and manage payroll-related data within platforms such as ADP Workforce Now, UKG Pro, or similar systems.
• Coordinate with internal teams to resolve payroll questions, clarify employee information, and support day-to-day payroll administration.
• Use Excel and other digital tools to track data, prepare reports, and improve the accuracy of payroll-related processes.
• Support payroll workflows by identifying how information moves between systems and helping maintain smooth data integration.

Qualifications:

• 1–2 years of experience in payroll, accounting, or human resources support.
• Foundational knowledge of full-cycle payroll processing and employee data maintenance.
• Experience supporting payroll for employee populations ranging from approximately 100 to 500 workers.
• Familiarity with multi-state payroll practices and payroll compliance considerations.
• Hands-on exposure to payroll systems such as ADP Workforce Now, UKG Pro, or comparable platforms.
• Strong Excel skills and general technical proficiency, including comfort learning newer systems and tools.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work independently and take initiative.

Compensation

$26.00-$32.00 Hourly

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