Payroll Administrator
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to manage and process employee payroll, ensure compliance with all regulations, and maintain accurate payroll records while providing excellent support to the HR team and employees.
Payroll Administrator Job Description
We are looking for an experienced payroll administrator to be responsible for all payroll-related tasks. In this role, your responsibilities will include collecting and reviewing employee information and working hours, calculating wages, preparing and processing employee payments, and maintaining accurate payroll records.
To be successful as a payroll administrator, you should be able to investigate and resolve payroll issues and ensure strict compliance with company and regulatory standards. An outstanding payroll administrator should also have excellent people skills and a high numerical aptitude.
Payroll Administrator Responsibilities:
- Collecting timesheet data and payroll information.
- Entering data into payroll and administrative databases and software programs.
- Calculating wages, benefits, tax deductions, commissions, etc.
- Preparing and processing paychecks and cash deposits.
- Maintaining accurate records of payroll documentation and transactions.
- Preparing and distributing income statements.
- Responding to payroll-related inquiries and resolving concerns.
- Performing account balance and payroll reconciliations.
- Preparing financial reports for accounting and auditing purposes.
- Preparing periodic payroll reports for review by management.
Payroll Administrator Requirements:
- A high school diploma or GED.
- A degree in accounting, business, or a related field may be preferred.
- A minimum of 5 years' experience working in payroll or a similar role.
- Working knowledge of basic accounting principles and payroll practices.
- Experience working with accounting and payroll software.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- High numerical aptitude.
- Detail-oriented.