Payroll Clerk
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Overview
Job Description
SUMMARY:
Our associates deliver a higher standard of business services to support medical care and behavioral health care. We maintain professionalism, integrity, and commitment as we solve problems and make lives easier.
The Payroll Clerk is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of multi-state payroll using Paycom, while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role requires strong attention to detail, solid accounting knowledge, and the ability to manage confidential information with integrity. The Payroll Clerk will also assist with payroll reconciliations, benefits deductions, and various accounting functions to support the finance department.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Process biweekly and/or semi-monthly payroll for all company locations using Paycom
Ensure payroll is processed accurately and on schedule, in accordance with company policies and state/federal wage and hour regulations
Verify employee hours, deductions, and other payroll-related data prior to submission
Review and reconcile payroll reports for accuracy before each pay cycle
Maintain employee payroll records, including tax setup, benefit deductions, and direct deposits.
Monitor compliance with multi-state payroll tax requirements, including setup and maintenance of state tax jurisdictions
Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, adjustments, and inquiries in a timely manner
Prepare payroll-related journal entries and reconcile payroll general ledger accounts
Assist with quarterly and annual tax filings (Form 941, W-2, etc.) and ensure compliance with all applicable reporting requirements
Generate and distribute payroll reports to management and accounting as needed
Support internal and external audits by providing payroll records, reconciliations, and supporting documentation
Collaborate with HR to ensure accurate employee data transfer between systems
Participate in process improvement initiatives related to payroll and accounting operations
Maintain confidentiality of all payroll and employee information at all times
Perform all other duties as assigned
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