Payroll Administrator

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Payroll Administrator

Location: Michigan City, IN – Onsite

Salary: $50,000-$65,000

Our client is a well-established and growing organization in the Michigan City area seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of payroll operations in a fast-paced environment while partnering closely with HR, Accounting, and leadership teams to ensure accurate and compliant payroll processing.

The ideal candidate will bring strong payroll experience, excellent organizational skills, and a commitment to accuracy and process improvement. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working independently while also collaborating across departments to support employees and business operations.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• High-visibility role with ownership of payroll operations
• Opportunity to work closely with HR and Finance leadership
• Stable organization with a collaborative team environment
• Exposure to payroll reporting, audits, compliance, and process improvements
• Opportunity to help streamline payroll procedures and enhance efficiencies
• Meaningful role supporting employees across the organization
  
  

Key Responsibilities for the Payroll Administrator

• Review, validate, and process employee payroll and timekeeping records
• Handle payroll adjustments, corrections, garnishments, and special payments
• Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations
• Audit payroll data for accuracy and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
• Support payroll reporting, reconciliations, audits, and year-end processing
• Assist with payroll system maintenance and process improvement initiatives
• Partner with HR and Accounting to ensure accurate employee and compensation data
• Serve as backup support during peak payroll cycles and special projects
  
  

Qualifications For The Payroll Administrator

• 4 years of hands-on payroll administration experience
• Experience with payroll systems such as Paycom, ADP, UKG, or similar platforms
• Strong Excel and payroll reporting skills
• Solid understanding of payroll compliance, regulations, and best practices
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field preferred
• Strong attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage confidential information and meet strict deadlines
  
  

If you are an experienced payroll professional looking for an opportunity to make an impact within a growing organization, this Payroll Administrator role may be an excellent fit.

Timing is everything. Whether you are actively searching or simply open to hearing about the right opportunity, we would welcome the chance to connect with you. We specialize in placing accounting, finance, and administrative professionals, and many of our opportunities are not posted publicly. Contact me to learn more about this role and additional opportunities in the market.

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