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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a detail-oriented and organized Payroll Clerk to join our finance team. The Payroll Clerk will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of employee payroll, maintaining payroll records, and providing support for payroll-related inquiries. This role requires a strong understanding of payroll systems, tax regulations, and excellent attention to detail.
As a Payroll Clerk, you will be expected to process bi-weekly or monthly payrolls, verify employee time records, calculate wages, and ensure compliance with federal and state laws. You will also be responsible for maintaining confidentiality of employee information and handling sensitive data with integrity.
The ideal candidate will have experience working with payroll software, a solid understanding of accounting principles, and the ability to work under tight deadlines. Strong communication skills are essential, as you will be interacting with employees across departments to resolve payroll issues and answer questions.
In this role, you will also assist in preparing payroll reports for management, support audits, and ensure that all payroll transactions are properly documented. You should be comfortable working independently as well as part of a team, and be committed to maintaining high standards of accuracy and compliance.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in finance and accounting within a supportive and professional environment. If you are reliable, meticulous, and passionate about payroll, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
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- Verify timekeeping records and resolve discrepancies
- Calculate wages, deductions, and benefits
- Maintain accurate payroll records and reports
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws
- Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues
- Assist with audits and prepare necessary documentation
- Coordinate with HR and accounting departments
- Update payroll system with new hires, terminations, and changes
- Generate payroll reports for management review
Requirements
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- Proven experience as a payroll clerk or similar role
- Familiarity with payroll software and accounting systems
- Strong understanding of payroll and tax regulations
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Good organizational and time management skills
- Ability to handle confidential information
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Potential interview questions
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- Which payroll software are you most familiar with?
- Can you describe a time you resolved a payroll discrepancy?
- How do you ensure accuracy in your payroll processing?
- Are you familiar with federal and state payroll regulations?
- How do you handle confidential employee information?
- Have you worked with timekeeping systems before?
- What steps do you take to meet tight payroll deadlines?
- Can you provide an example of a payroll report you’ve prepared?
- Are you comfortable working with cross-functional teams?
