Payroll Clerk

Position Summary

The Payroll Clerk will provide administrative support to the Payroll Department, ensuring payroll-related tasks are handled accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable regulations. This role will focus primarily on payroll administration—such as garnishment entry, filing, employment verifications, and record maintenance—for employees across approximately 20 company locations. The Payroll Clerk will also assist with payroll processing as needed and must demonstrate strong attention to detail, organization, and accuracy.

Essential Functions

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

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  Enter and maintain garnishments, levies, and other payroll deductions.

  
  


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  Prepare, file, and organize payroll-related documents.

  
  


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  Process employment verifications and respond to related requests.

  
  


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  Sort and distribute payroll correspondence received at the corporate office.

  
  


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  Assist with payroll processing for multiple company locations, ensuring timeliness and accuracy.

  
  


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  Research and resolve payroll discrepancies or errors in collaboration with the Payroll Manager.

  
  


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  Maintain accurate employee payroll records.

  
  


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  Support compliance with applicable payroll laws, company policies, and procedures.

  
  


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  Provide general administrative support to the Payroll Department as needed.

  
  

Minimum Qualifications

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  1–2 years of experience in payroll, accounting, AR/AP, billing, data entry, or office administration.

  
  


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  Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

  
  


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  High attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and recordkeeping.

  
  


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  Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).

  
  


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  Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

  
  


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  Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

  
  

 Preferred Qualifications

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  Experience with payroll software or HRIS systems.

  
  


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  Prior experience supporting multi-location operations.