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Robert Half

Payroll Clerk

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A Payroll Clerk is responsible for elementary tasks relating to payroll, and issuing pay and pay-related information to employees

$45,904 / year median in Pennsylvania

-29% projected decline

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Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to support payroll operations for an organization based in York, Pennsylvania. This position is ideal for someone who can manage payroll processing accurately, maintain organized financial records, and work confidently with employee pay data across multiple states. The right candidate will bring a strong understanding of payroll administration, deductions, and related accounting support while helping ensure timely and compliant payroll cycles.
Responsibilities:
  • Process end-to-end payroll for a workforce of approximately 101 to 500 employees while maintaining accuracy and meeting established deadlines.
  • Review timekeeping, earnings, deductions, and tax-related details to ensure employees are paid correctly each pay period.
  • Administer payroll garnishments and other withholdings in accordance with applicable regulations and court-ordered requirements.
  • Handle multi-state payroll activities, including verifying proper setup and application of state-specific payroll considerations.
  • Reconcile payroll records and investigate discrepancies by working with internal stakeholders to resolve issues promptly.
  • Support accounts payable and bookkeeping tasks that connect to payroll reporting, recordkeeping, and financial accuracy.
  • Maintain payroll documentation and employee payment records in an organized manner to support audits and compliance needs.
  • Assist with payroll-related updates, adjustments, and process improvements as needed within the broader finance function