Payroll Clerk Job at Robert Half (Fayetteville)

Payroll Clerk

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Fayetteville

Category:
Office Administration

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

We are looking for a Payroll Clerk to join our team on a contract basis in Fayetteville, Arkansas. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring accurate payroll processing and benefits administration while maintaining compliance with labor laws and company policies. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and supportive environment.

Job Responsibility:

Process weekly payroll for both hourly and salaried employees with precision and timeliness
Validate and review timekeeping data, including overtime, shift differentials, and production-based pay
Audit timecards for potential discrepancies such as attendance issues or missed punches and ensure compliance with policies
Maintain and update employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, pay adjustments, and job transfers
Handle garnishments, child support orders, and tax levies with accuracy and attention to detail
Assist in reconciling payroll registers to the general ledger and support payroll-related journal entries
Prepare and analyze payroll reports, including weekly and month-end reporting requirements
Manage benefit bill reconciliations for medical, dental, vision, and other ancillary benefits
Coordinate with HR and benefits providers to ensure proper employee enrollments, terminations, and coverage changes
Address employee inquiries regarding payroll and deductions in a thorough and timely manner

Requirements:

Proven experience in payroll processing, including full-cycle payroll for medium-sized teams
Knowledge of payroll systems and compliance with wage and hour laws
Strong ability to handle garnishments, tax levies, and benefits deductions
Proficiency in reconciling payroll data to accounting records and generating payroll reports
Familiarity with benefit administration, including enrollment and invoice reconciliation
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
Excellent communication skills for responding to employee inquiries
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to company policies and labor regulations

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