Job Description
Payroll Clerk - APPLY NOW!
42K - 46K DOE
Hours : 8:30am to 5:30pm
We are looking for an efficient payroll clerk to be responsible for all tasks involved in processing payroll. The
payroll clerk has a range of duties that include collecting timesheets, calculating wages, and ensuring employees
receive their pay on time.
To be successful as a payroll clerk you should be able to carry out all tasks with high attention to detail. Ultimately, a top-notch payroll clerk should be highly organized and possess excellent math skills.
Payroll Clerk Responsibilities:
• Collect and verify timesheets and other payroll info for all employees
• Enteremployee information and payroll data into payroll software system
• Deal with complaints and questions regarding payroll concerns from employees and upper
management
• Calculate payable hours, commissions, bonuses, taxes, and deductions – incorporating PTO, leaves and
overtime as required
• Calculate bonuses and commissions when applicable
• Processing new employees, promotions, and terminations including any approved adjustments to pay
rates and employee status changes
• Issue statements detailing earnings and deductions
• Issue and deliver paychecks to employees
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies
• Maintain and update payroll records
• Prepare periodic payroll reports
Payroll Clerk Requirements:
• Previous experience in a payroll department or at any payroll provider. Proven experience as payroll
clerk preferred as well as the knowledge of Insperity software
• Degree in accounting or related field preferred – familiarity with general accounting principles at a
minimum
• Experience in data collection, entry and reporting with high level confidentiality
• Computer savvy with working knowledge of relevant software is beneficial – intermediate Excel skills
preferred
• Exquisite math and numerical skills
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills with strong attention to details
• Excellent communication abilities with aptitude in problem-solving
• Team player