Payroll Assistant/Full Time

Our client, a professional organization with global reach, is looking to add a Payroll Assistant to their team.

Salary/Hourly Rate

$50k - $60k DOE

Position Overview

The Payroll Assistant will support the Payroll & Benefits functions by assisting employees with benefits enrollment, maintaining employee records, and supporting payroll processing activities. This is a contract-only position requiring an immediate start. While there is potential for conversion to a permanent role, this is not guaranteed.

Responsibilities Of The Payroll Assistant

Manage new-hire onboarding and employee records, including audits of personnel files, I-9s, and compliance documentation in HR/Payroll and Time & Attendance systems (CEGID).

Provide employee support for self-service, timekeeping, payroll inquiries, and benefits enrollment while maintaining confidentiality and regulatory compliance.

Support payroll operations by processing adjustments, terminations, off-cycle payrolls, deductions, and validating timekeeping and attendance records.

Prepare and maintain payroll, compliance, and audit reports, including quarterly new hire activity, EEO-1, BLS, and financial/GL reporting (Excel required).

Assist with benefits administration, including enrollments, 401(K) and transit changes, vendor file audits, and benefits communications.

Serve as cross-trained payroll backup, handling payroll funding reports, severance processing, and employee data updates as needed.

Required Experience/Skills For The Payroll Assistant

Minimum 2 years of experience in an administrative, payroll, or related position.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Close attention to detail and accuracy.

Ability to handle confidential information professionally.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including intermediate Excel skills.

Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Experience/Skills For The Payroll Assistant

Experience in HR administration, payroll processing, or benefits administration.

Experience with UKG Pro (Ultimate Software).

Familiarity with Time & Attendance systems.

Experience supporting audits and compliance reporting.

Education Requirements

High school diploma is required.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision.

401(K) + match.

Pay: $26.00 - $31.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance

Work Location: In person