What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Clerk II position at Thatcher Company, Inc.?
Make a meaningful difference: At Thatcher Chemical facilities across the nation, our manufacturing teams create the essential chemistries, processes, and solutions that support clean water, safe environments, reliable infrastructure, and critical industries. From production and quality to logistics and distribution, your precision, dedication, and commitment to continuous improvement help transform raw materials and innovative science into real-world solutions. Your purpose-driven work plays a vital role in protecting public health, supporting communities, and shaping a safer, more sustainable future.
Payroll Clerk II
The Payroll Clerk is responsible for supporting the accurate and timely processing of payroll for company employees. This position maintains payroll records, verifies employee data, ensures compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and assists employees with payroll-related inquiries. The Payroll Clerk works closely with Human Resources, Accounting, and department managers to ensure payroll information is complete and accurate.
Responsibilities
- Process employee payroll on a scheduled basis, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Review and verify employee timecards, attendance records, and payroll data.
- Enter and maintain payroll-related information, including new hires, terminations, pay rate changes, deductions, and garnishments.
- Audit payroll reports and identify discrepancies prior to payroll processing.
- Assist with administration of employee benefits deductions, 401(k) contributions, and other voluntary deductions.
- Maintain payroll records and documentation.
- Respond to employee inquiries.
- Prepare payroll-related journal entries and assist with reconciliations.
- Support year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation.
- Ensure compliance with payroll laws.
- Assist with payroll audits.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Associate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.
- One to three years of payroll, accounting, or related administrative experience preferred.
- Experience with payroll processing software and timekeeping systems preferred.
- Experience using Dayforce Human Capital Management (HCM) software is preferred but not required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Understanding of payroll practices, wage and hour regulations, and payroll tax requirements.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
- Ability to handle confidential information.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Basic accounting and reconciliation skills preferred.
Why Join Thatcher?
• Profit Sharing Retirement Plan – up to 25% of salary annually, fully funded by the company
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, PTO, and paid holidays
• Health Savings Account (HSA)/FSA
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• A growth-focused career path with a stable, thriving company
• A supportive, values-driven culture where your success matters
The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website. Thatcher is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.