Payroll Administrator

Payroll Administrator

Processes and prepares semi-monthly company payroll and commission checks, as well as payroll-related reporting such as benefits, garnishment, and employee verifications, and other payroll information requests.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Complies with the regulatory standards, policies, and procedures of payroll processing
• Maintains a current working knowledge and awareness of the payroll processing system and changes related to wage and tax laws
• Interfaces with HR regarding new hires and employee benefit deductions
• Assists in processing bi-monthly payroll
• Creates / runs / edits internal management reports using Excel and QuickBooks
• Sends and communicates payroll-related reports to appropriate parties
• Ensures proper employee contribution deductions are in place for medical, dental insurance, 401k etc.
• Verifies time card completion, ensuring all approval signatures are in place, and provides resolution for any discrepancies
• Enters time and attendance information into the payroll system
• Reviews hours entered into the payroll system for discrepancies / errors
• Processes employee garnishments (wage garnishments, child support, and levies)
• Ensures that final paychecks are disbursed and all payroll procedures are followed in accordance with relevant federal and state laws
• Responds to and researches any issues regarding payroll
• Files any payroll information with great detail and organization
• Assists with any audits from internal and external auditors and accountants
• Processes staff termination / resignation payroll documentation; processes final checks
• Provides excellent service to employees as a first point of contact for payroll issues / questions
• Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of the payroll system

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