Our firm is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to support accurate and timely payroll processing while maintaining compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong payroll knowledge, excellent attention to detail, and experience using payroll systems, HRIS platforms, or accounting software. Key Responsibilities Process weekly, biweekly, semimonthly, or monthly payroll accurately and on schedule. Review and validate employee timecards, timesheets, attendance records, and payroll changes. Enter and maintain employee payroll data, including new hires, terminations, pay changes, deductions, and direct deposit information. Calculate regular hours, overtime, bonuses, commissions, PTO, holiday pay, and other compensation. Process payroll adjustments, off-cycle payrolls, retroactive payments, and corrections as needed. Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure employee information is kept confidential. Reconcile payroll reports, payroll registers, and general ledger accounts. Review payroll deductions, garnishments, benefits, and tax withholdings for accuracy. Coordinate with Human Resources and Accounting regarding employee changes and payroll-related inquiries. Respond to employee questions regarding paychecks, deductions, taxes, benefits, and payroll policies. Assist with payroll tax filings, year-end processing, W-2s, 1099s, and other required reporting. Support audits and provide payroll documentation as requested. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations. Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies in a timely manner. Assist with payroll system updates, process improvements, and internal controls.