Payroll Administrator

We are hiring a Payroll Administrator to support end-to-end payroll operations for a growing organization. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with hands-on payroll processing experience who can ensure accurate and timely payroll while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

The position will work closely with HR, Finance, and employees to manage payroll transactions, deductions, reporting, and employee inquiries in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly, bi-weekly, or semi-monthly payroll accurately and on time
• Maintain employee payroll records including new hires, terminations, status changes, and deductions
• Manage garnishments, benefits deductions, taxes, direct deposits, and off-cycle payments
• Review timekeeping records and resolve payroll discrepancies
• Generate payroll reports for Finance, HR, and leadership teams
• Ensure compliance with payroll laws, wage regulations, and company policies
• Reconcile payroll balances, benefit contributions, and related accounts
• Respond to employee payroll questions and provide excellent internal customer service
• Support year-end activities including W-2 processing and audits
• Assist with payroll system updates, process improvements, and special projects

Qualifications

• 2 years of payroll processing experience
• Experience with payroll systems such as ADP, Workday, Paycor, UKG, Ceridian, or similar
• Strong understanding of payroll taxes, deductions, and compliance requirements
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong attention to detail and confidentiality
• Ability to prioritize deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Multi-state payroll experience
• Experience supporting 300 employees
• CPP/FPC certification a plus

Work Details

• Hybrid / Onsite based on business needs
• Competitive compensation benefits
• Long-term growth opportunity