Payroll Administrator

We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to support our client with accurate and timely payroll operations within a higher education environment in Doylestown, PA. This contract role will oversee end-to-end payroll processing for a diverse employee population, ensure compliance with applicable tax and wage regulations, and maintain the confidentiality of sensitive employee information. This position partners closely with Finance and Human Resources to ensure payroll data, deductions, and reporting are accurate, complete, and aligned with institutional policies.

Responsibilities:

• Manage full-cycle payroll processing for faculty, staff, and student workers, ensuring accurate and timely distribution of wages across all employee groups.
• Review and validate timekeeping records, employee deductions, tax withholdings, and related payroll inputs to ensure accuracy for each pay cycle.
• Prepare, analyze, and reconcile payroll reports, ensuring alignment between payroll activity and the general ledger.
• Support payroll tax compliance by assisting with filings, monitoring regulatory requirements, and preparing year-end documents including W-2 reporting.
• Enhance payroll processes by identifying opportunities to improve procedures and strengthen internal controls within a university setting.
• Maintain organized and secure payroll records while safeguarding confidential employee and institutional data.
• Collaborate with Human Resources and Finance to ensure accuracy of employee records, benefits deductions, and payroll-related reporting.
• Provide support for payroll inquiries from faculty, staff, and student employees with a strong focus on customer service.
• Assist with additional payroll and administrative duties as needed to support departmental operations.