Payroll Administrator

• Administer, manage, and prepare biweekly payroll cycles, including auditing and reconciling payroll data, processing deductions, and ensuring accurate compensation delivery
• Act as the primary liaison with the payroll vendor, including oversight of system updates, tax compliance, and deposit schedules
• Maintain and manage system tables related to tax, leave accruals, withholdings, and payroll processing rules
• Manage time and attendance data, employee leave balances, and payroll calendar communications
• Serve as the organization’s primary point of contact for payroll-related inquiries from staff, leadership, and vendors
• Develop and maintain a variety of HRIS and payroll reports for internal use, audits, and external compliance requirements
• Support year-end processes, including W-2 preparation, taxable benefits reporting, and annual compensation updates
• Prepare monthly and quarterly journal entries, tax filings, BLS reports, and internal accounting analysis related to payroll
• Collaborate with auditors by providing required payroll data and system insights
• Contribute to system improvements and participate in payroll system training and vendor user groups
• Provide occasional backup support to HR benefits administration as needed

• Associate degree in Business, Accounting, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 2–3 years of experience working with computerized payroll systems
• experience with Ceridian and Crystal Reports preferred but not required
• Strong knowledge of payroll laws, wage and hour rules, FLSA, and federal/state tax requirements
• Proficiency with HRIS and payroll auditing, reconciliation, and reporting practices
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and mathematical skills with high attention to detail and data accuracy
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines independently
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• capable of supporting diverse staff with professionalism and cultural sensitivity
• Commitment to confidentiality, especially regarding employee and payroll information

experience with Ceridian and Crystal Reports