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Payroll Assistant

RETTEW
Lancaster, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/11/2025 CLOSED ON 1/11/2026

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Description

RETTEW seeks a highly motivated and experienced Payroll Assistant to join our Human Resources Team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of experience in payroll or payroll tax administration. Multi-state and multi-company experience is a plus.


Part-time (20-25 hours a week), flexible schedule with benefits included.


Responsibilities:

- Assist with processing biweekly payroll

- Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll

- Maintain payroll records and files

- Maintain employee records in the payroll system through accurate data entry, including position, salary, benefits, and tax withholding changes

-  Assist with state withholding and unemployment registrations 

- Assist with resolving payroll discrepancies and answering employee payroll queries

- Assist with year-end payroll processing


Requirements:

- Minimum of three years of payroll or payroll tax experience

- Detail-oriented mindset

- Strong mathematical and analytical skills

- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

- Multi-state and multi-company experience is a plus

- Proficient in Microsoft Office


RETTEW is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.


If you meet the above requirements and are looking for a flexible part-time position that provides benefits, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. #LI-Hybrid

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