Payroll Clerk

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a contract assignment in Orchard Park, New York. This Contract position is ideal for someone with hands-on experience managing end-to-end payroll activities in a mid-sized employee environment. The role will focus on ensuring employees are paid correctly, maintaining payroll records, and resolving payroll-related issues with professionalism and accuracy.

Responsibilities:
• Process payroll from start to finish for a workforce of approximately 88 employees, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established pay schedules.
• Review timekeeping and payroll data for completeness, identify discrepancies, and make necessary corrections before finalizing payroll.
• Administer wage garnishments and other required deductions in compliance with applicable regulations and court-ordered instructions.
• Maintain organized and up-to-date payroll records, including employee earnings, deductions, and tax-related information.
• Respond to payroll questions from employees and internal stakeholders, providing clear and timely support on pay-related matters.
• Reconcile payroll information and verify that payroll calculations align with company policies and applicable requirements.
• Assist with payroll-related reporting and documentation needed for audits, internal review, or management requests.

Qualifications:

• Experience processing payroll in a detail-oriented business environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage full cycle payroll with a high degree of accuracy.
• Background supporting payroll for an employee population within the 101 to 500 range or similar mid-sized organizations.
• Working knowledge of payroll garnishments and required deduction handling.
• Ability to review payroll data, identify errors, and resolve issues efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet recurring deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for handling payroll-related inquiries.

Compensation

$21.38-$24.75 Hourly

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