Payroll Administrator

We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to oversee biweekly payroll operations and provide day-to-day support across core human resources activities. This position plays an important role in maintaining accurate employee data, supporting benefits administration, and helping the organization meet payroll and employment compliance obligations. Based in Missouri, the role serves as a reliable point of contact for employees and leaders on payroll and HR-related matters.

Responsibilities:
• Manage end-to-end biweekly payroll for a workforce of more than 350 employees using payroll systems such as Paylocity.
• Review timekeeping, attendance, and payroll information to identify inconsistencies and ensure records remain accurate and up to date.
• Investigate payroll questions, correct discrepancies promptly, and provide clear support to employees and managers.
• Produce recurring and ad hoc payroll reports covering areas such as overtime, incentive pay, and month-end activity.
• Maintain employee HR records, including compensation updates, tax details, benefit elections, new staff, and separations.
• Support compliance with payroll, employment, and leave regulations by monitoring documentation and following required procedures.
• Administer benefit-related tasks such as enrollments, terminations, billing coordination, and related reporting.
• Coordinate offboarding activities and complete required termination and compliance documentation in a timely manner.
• Assist with onboarding processes by facilitating background checks, employment verification, and onboarding documentation.
• Prepare workforce and HR data reports to support operational planning and benefits-related initiatives.

Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of experience handling payroll, including full-cycle payroll processing.
• At least 2 years of broad human resources support experience in an administrative capacity.
• Demonstrated ability to process payroll accurately for mid-sized employee populations, including multi-state environments when applicable.
• Hands-on experience with payroll platforms such as Paylocity; familiarity with Paycor or Paychex is also valuable.
• Working knowledge of payroll compliance, employee recordkeeping, benefits administration, and leave-related requirements.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to reconcile data, troubleshoot issues, and manage confidential information responsibly.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Compensation

$55,000.00-$70,000.00 Yearly

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