Job Description
Job DescriptionLHH is partnering with a company in the retail industry to search for a temporary to hire Payroll Clerk for their team. This role will entail processing employee timesheets, entering payroll data, verifying records, preparing paychecks, and maintaining payroll files. The Payroll Clerk works closely with the HR and accounting teams to ensure that payroll complies with state, federal, and company regulations. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of previous payroll experience and professional communication skills. This role is fully onsite in the north Seattle, WA office. Free parking is offered with a chance to work on a team that offers career growth.Responsibilities
- Collect, review, and process employee timesheets and attendance records. Ensure all recorded hours, overtime, and deductions are accurate and submitted on time for payroll processing.
- Accurately enter, update, and maintain payroll information in the payroll system. Safeguard sensitive employee information and ensure records are up to date and compliant with data retention policies.
- Prepare and distribute paychecks or direct deposit payments.
- Act as the primary point of contact for employee payroll questions, resolving issues related to pay, deductions, or timekeeping promptly and courteously.
- Generate payroll, tax, and benefit reports as required by management or regulatory agencies. Assist with year-end reporting, including W-2 and 1099 forms or their equivalents.
- Participate in regular audits of payroll processes to ensure accuracy, identify discrepancies, and implement corrective actions where necessary.
- Collaborate with HR regarding new hires, terminations, promotions, and changes in compensation. Work with finance to reconcile payroll accounts and prepare required documentation.
Experience
- At least two years of previous payroll processing experience.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with employees and management.
- Handle sensitive employee information with discretion and maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
- Manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and keep accurate records in a fast-paced environment.
- Identify and resolve payroll issues, such as discrepancies in hours worked or deductions.
- Familiarity with payroll software (such as ADP, Paychex, QuickBooks, or similar), spreadsheets, and basic accounting practices.
- Collaborate effectively within a team setting, as well as working independently when required.
- Prioritize tasks to ensure payroll deadlines are consistently met.
Pay Details: $28.00 to $32.00 per hour
Search managed by: Brittany Cona
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance