Payroll Assistant

Payroll duties:

• Assist in payroll preparation required for processing semi-monthly payroll for hourly employees; review payroll reports and make requested corrections as needed, assist with the auditing of payroll to ensure proper transmission
• Prepare, process, and submit Certified Payroll, including uploads and distribution of reports.
• Maintain and update employee Union roster, prepare monthly reports for local union benefit payments; make dues and benefit payments; research discrepancies, etc.
• Process garnishments which include child supports, tax levies, student loans, WRIT of garnishments, etc.
• Assist and/or process stop payments, retroactive pay, manual checks, and off-cycle payrolls
• Process and respond to payroll requests sent to the company’s helpdesk in a timely manner
• Respond to inquiries from employees and managers regarding payroll-related pay issues or concerns
• Assist HR with new employee onboarding/set up and ensures employee information is complete and accurately as needed.
• Process terminations and final pay in a timely manner
• Prepare standard payroll reports as required and/or requested.
• Serve as a point of contact payroll related questions
• Assist Human Resources as needed
• Assist with internal and external audits.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Three to five (3-5) years of related Payroll experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication, self-motivated and multitasking skills required.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) required (including light data modeling and formulas).
• Highly motivated with ability to adjust to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous experience with Union and Certified payroll desired.
• Ideal candidate will have experience in ADP Workforce Now or similar payroll provider
• Ability to work with sensitive information, protect and maintain confidentiality
• Proven ability to work effectively both independently, under minimal supervision, and in a team- based environment
• Ability to consistently meet deadlines; accomplish work in order of priority.
• Must be proactive and be able to follow directions
• Team Player with professional and positive attitude and a willingness to learn.

An equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• Office

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Payroll: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Kensington, MD 20895: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person