Payroll Clerk
structure personnelWashington, DC
Payroll Clerk
L4
structure personnelWashington, DCyesterday
Occupations
Payroll and Timekeeping ClerksBookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing ClerksBilling and Posting ClerksIndustries
Payroll ServicesOther Accounting ServicesAdministration of Human Resource Programs (except Education, Public Health, and Veterans' Affairs Programs)Job Summary:
The Payroll Processor is responsible for accurately processing payroll for employees while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role involves maintaining payroll records, reviewing timekeeping data, calculating wages and deductions, and resolving payroll discrepancies. The Payroll Processor works closely with HR and accounting teams to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing.
Key Responsibilities:
· Process payroll for employees on a weekly, bi-weekly, or semi-monthly schedule.· Review and verify employee timekeeping records for accuracy and completeness.· Calculate wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and other compensation adjustments.· Process employee deductions including taxes, benefits, garnishments, and retirement contributions.· Maintain and update employee payroll records in the payroll system.· Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and tax requirements.· Prepare and distribute payroll reports to management, finance and Human Resources.· Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies promptly.· Coordinate with HR regarding employee status changes such as hires, terminations, and pay adjustments.· Administer employee’s health insurance including verification of eligibility and processing of enrollments.· Review benefits carrier invoices for accuracy of population, elections, and changes.· Assist with year-end payroll processes including W-2 and affordable care act, preparation, reporting, and electronic filing.· Monitor customer accounts to identify overdue balances and send payment reminders· Support payroll audits and maintain documentation for compliance purposes.
Required Qualifications:
· High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field preferred).· 1–3 years of payroll processing or related accounting experience.· Knowledge of payroll systems (such as ADP, Paychex, or similar software).· Strong understanding of payroll tax regulations and wage laws.· High attention to detail and strong numerical accuracy.· Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general computer applications.· Strong organizational and time-management skills.· Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Preferred Qualifications:
· Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC).· Experience with HRIS or integrated payroll systems.
Work Environment
Key Competencies:
· Accuracy and attention to detail· Confidentiality and integrity· Problem-solving ability· Communication and customer service skills· Time management and deadline adherence Please call Structure Personnel at 330-335-7227 to set up an appointment for interviewing! We would love to speak with you!
Work Location: In person
Apply now
Level
MidL4
Location
Washington, DC
Occupation
Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks
Industry
Payroll Services
Posted
yesterday
To get sharper similar jobs, create your profile using the link below.