Payroll Clerk - Full Time With Benefits - Cosentino's Food Stores - 13180 Metcalf Ave

Description:

Cosentino's Food Stores is seeking a detail-oriented and organized Payroll Clerk to join our team. This role is crucial for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for our employees. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of payroll principles, possess excellent analytical skills, and demonstrate a commitment to maintaining confidentiality. This position requires someone with strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working effectively within a team environment and interacting with employees regarding payroll-related inquiries.

Responsibilities:

• Process bi-weekly payroll for a designated group of employees, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company policies and federal/state regulations.
• Utilize Human Resources Information System (HRIS) to input and maintain employee payroll data, including wages, deductions, and benefits.
• Review and audit payroll data for discrepancies, resolving issues promptly and efficiently.
• Prepare and distribute payroll reports, including summaries, and reconcile payroll accounts.
• Assist with benefits enrollment processes and benefits administration, providing support to employees.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, deductions, and benefits, providing excellent customer service.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive payroll information and adhere to data privacy regulations.
• Collaborate with the HR and Finance teams to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.
• Demonstrate strong organizational skills and time management to meet deadlines.
• Contribute to process improvements and efficiencies within the payroll function.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• General knowledge of payroll principles and practices.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with payroll processing software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with problem-solving and resolving payroll-related issues.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in accounting or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in payroll processing.
• Thorough knowledge of federal and state payroll regulations.
• Experience with benefits enrollment and administration.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems.
• Experience with auditing payroll data. Additional Desired Skills: Presentations, Coordinating, Finance, Research, Auditing, Writing, Leadership, Sales, Management