Payroll Clerk

Description The Payroll & Benefits Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll, administration of employee benefits, and preparation of payroll-related reporting. This role partners closely with department managers, HR, and accounting to ensure compliance with company policies and all applicable federal and state regulations. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is interviewing immediately, so apply today! Payroll Administration + Review and audit employee timecards for accuracy, completeness, and proper approvals prior to payroll processing + Process biweekly payroll and off-cycle payrolls, ensuring timely and accurate payment to employees + Partner with department managers to resolve timecard discrepancies and payroll-related issues + Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee payroll records + Ensure accuracy of all payroll deductions, including benefits, garnishments, retirement plans, flexible spending accounts, and other voluntary deductions + Process and validate manual deductions such as uniforms, meals, transportation, and other applicable items + Generate and submit check requests for payroll-related disbursements (e.g., garnishments, benefit providers, retirement contributions) + Verify system-calculated accruals (e.g., PAL hours) each pay period + Complete all payroll-related reporting accurately and within required deadlines + Assist with year-end processes, including W-2 preparation and distribution Benefits Administration + Ensure employees are enrolled in benefits at hire, qualifying life events, and during open enrollment periods + Reconcile payroll benefit deductions against vendor invoices and resolve discrepancies + Coordinate adjustments to payroll deductions and communicate changes with employees and vendors + Assist in planning and coordinating open enrollment meetings and communications + Serve as a point of contact for employee benefit inquiries and work with vendors to resolve issues + Assist in the preparation and verification of ACA reporting (e.g., 1095 forms) Reporting & Compliance + Generate and analyze payroll and HRIS reports (Paycom or similar systems) on a regular and ad hoc basis + Ensure accurate payroll data is submitted to accounting for journal entries and financial reporting + Maintain compliance with company policies and all applicable federal, state, and local regulations Requirements Payroll, Full Cycle Payroll, Payroll

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