Payroll Coordinator

Join our team as a Payroll Coordinator, where you will support the Payroll Manager in the accurate and timely administration of payroll and payroll-related activities. You will be responsible for collecting and verifying payroll data, maintaining employee payroll records, processing payroll transactions, assisting with benefit deductions, ensuring compliance with payroll regulations, and providing exceptional customer service to employees. Additionally, you will assist with payroll reporting, audits, year-end processing, and special projects while maintaining confidentiality.

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Experience processing multi-state payroll

Responsibilities

• Collect, review, and verify employee timekeeping records to ensure accurate payroll processing, and assist with processing biweekly or semi-monthly payrolls using Paylocity.
• Calculate wages, overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, retroactive pay, and other payroll adjustments as directed, and process employee payroll changes.
• Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, overpayments, underpayments, and employee questions in a timely manner, and maintain accurate and confidential employee payroll records.

Requirements

• Experience using Paylocity or a similar payroll/HRIS system required
• Experience working with confidential employee information and a proven track record of professionalism
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, sorting, filtering, and basic reporting
• High school diploma or equivalent and Associate’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field required; Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field preferred
• One to three years of payroll, accounting, finance, or administrative experience required
• Working understanding of payroll processing, payroll taxes, wage and hour laws, and employee benefits deductions
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with Human Resources, Finance, and department managers
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience supporting payroll audits and compliance initiatives
• Familiarity with payroll tax reporting and year-end processing

Pay

USD 59,000 - 75,000

Benefits

• Knowledge of wage garnishments, benefit deductions, and paid leave programs