Payroll Assistant

Role synopsis:                                      

Payroll Assistant supports the efficient and accurate management of the company's payroll processes, ensuring compliance with all legal and organizational standards. This role is integral to maintaining employee satisfaction by delivering timely and error-free payroll services while assisting the payroll department with administrative and operational tasks.
 

Key accountabilities:

• Payroll Processing
• Assist in the preparation and processing of monthly payroll for all employees.
• Collect, verify, and input employee data into payroll systems.
• Ensure all payroll transactions are processed accurately and on time.

Compliance & Reporting

• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Assist in the preparation of payroll reports and ensure data accuracy for audits and reviews.
• Stay updated on changes to tax laws, labor regulations, and benefits deductions.

Employee Support

• Address payroll-related inquiries from employees, providing clear and timely responses.
• Resolve errors related to payroll, benefits, and other employee compensation issues.

Administrative Tasks

• Organize and maintain payroll records and documentation securely and efficiently.
• Collaborate with the HR and Finance departments for seamless data flow and accuracy.
• Assist in the onboarding process by gathering necessary payroll documentation for new hires.

Required skills:

• University degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field is a plus.
• 1-3 years of payroll or related administrative experience preferred.
• Familiarity with payroll systems and software.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy in data handling.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.