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Payroll Administrator

The Wittern Group
Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/30/2026
Brief Description

This is an on-site position in Des Moines, IA.

Duties And Responsibilities

  • Analyzes, inputs and prepares payroll data via automated system to produce accurate and timely payroll (weekly & bi-weekly). Ensures compliance with all applicable state and federal wage and hour laws.
  • Prepares weekly, monthly, quarterly and year-end reports (gross payroll, hours worked, vacation accrual, tax deductions, benefit deductions, etc.) for management.
  • Maintains current knowledge of applicable state and federal wage and hour laws.
  • Stays current on payroll systems to achieve alignment with HR benefits and other related items.
  • Provides effective accounting support for payroll related matters.
  • Facilitates management and employee understanding of payroll procedures.
  • Approving invoices for payment.
  • Assists in organizational training and development efforts.
  • Helps monitor performance appraisal process.
  • Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge and Skills:

Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of payroll, effective oral and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills and computer proficiency. Detail-oriented, ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines. Able to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Education And Work Experience

  • An Associate’s Degree and/or Bachelor’s Degree, or
  • Three to Five years’ experience in Payroll.
  • Any similar combination of education and experience.

Summary

Provide payroll support for all levels of the organization. Additionally, this position would assist with other HR projects as necessary.

This is an on-site position in Des Moines, IA.

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