Description We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a multi-state workforce. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage full-cycle payroll with precision, maintain compliance with payroll regulations, and handle pay matters with a high level of confidentiality. The role requires someone who is detail oriented and comfortable working with payroll systems, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring deductions and garnishments are processed correctly.
Responsibilities:
- Administer end-to-end payroll processing for a workforce of approximately 200 to 300 staff members across multiple states.
- Review payroll data for accuracy, reconcile discrepancies, and ensure staff are paid correctly and on schedule.
- Maintain payroll records, update earnings and deduction information, and support compliance with applicable wage and tax requirements.
- Process garnishments, levies, and other court-ordered deductions in accordance with federal and state regulations.
- Use ADP Workforce Now to enter, validate, and manage payroll information and reporting activities.
- Respond to payroll-related questions from staff and internal stakeholders, providing clear and timely resolution to issues.
- Prepare payroll reports, audit payroll transactions, and assist with documentation needed for internal reviews or external requests.
- Please note that all candidates are required to provide 2 recent supervisor or manager references in order to be considered for employment. Please submit your resume and call 651-293-3973 for review and consideration. Requirements
- At least 2 years of payroll administration experience, including full-cycle payroll processing.
- Hands-on experience managing payroll for employees located in multiple states.
- Familiarity with payroll operations for organizations with roughly 101 to 500 employees.
- Practical experience using ADP Workforce Now in a payroll environment.
- Working knowledge of garnishments, deductions, and related payroll compliance requirements.
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to handle sensitive payroll information confidentially.
- Ability to organize priorities effectively and meet recurring payroll deadlines.
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