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Payroll Clerk

Accurate Placement
Phoenix, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 10/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/23/2027

JOB TITLE: Payroll Clerk

JOB SUMMARY: This is a temporary position for a dependable and detail-oriented Payroll Aide to support the payroll team with day-to-day payroll processing and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of payroll experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to handle confidential information accurately and professionally.

IDEAL CANDIDATE: The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, detail-oriented, and enjoys working with numbers. They should be comfortable following established processes while also being able to identify and resolve discrepancies when they arise.

Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (some weekends might be needed for 2-3 hours)

Pay: $25.00 to $29.00 per hour DOE

Location: Phoenix, AZ 85034

Parking: Employee paid

Type: Temporary

Start date: Immediately upon passing background check

Duration: 6 - 9 months with possibility of hire!

Benefits: Available after eligibility period is met

DUTIES

  • Assist with biweekly payroll processing
  • Review employee timecards and verify hours, overtime, and other payroll information
  • Enter and update employee payroll information in the payroll system
  • Assist with resolving payroll discrepancies and employee questions
  • Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation
  • Process payroll-related paperwork and administrative forms
  • Assist with tracking paid time off, sick time, and other employee leave
  • Review payroll reports for accuracy and completeness
  • Communicate with employees and internal staff regarding payroll questions
  • Maintain confidentiality of employee and payroll information
  • Assist with other payroll and administrative duties as needed

REQUIREMENTS

  • 1 to 2 years of payroll experience required
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Comfortable working with numbers and reviewing detailed information
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
  • Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Previous experience with payroll software is preferred
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Background check required

Pay: $25.00 - $29.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Health insurance

Application Question(s):

  • What salary range are you seeking?

Experience:

  • Accurate data entry: 1 year (Required)
  • Payroll software: 1 year (Required)
  • Payroll management within a payroll department: 1 year (Required)
  • applying Federal rules for payroll: 1 year (Preferred)

Location:

  • Phoenix, AZ 85034 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $29

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