Payroll Clerk

Job briefing;

We are looking for a qualified Payroll Clerk to assist in all activities regarding the management of employee compensation in the company. You will undertake a variety of tasks such as entering payroll information, calculating wages, and making payments.

Responsibilities;

*Manage compensation packages using payroll software
*Collect and verify timekeeping information for all employees
*Calculate pay according to hours worked incorporating leaves and overtime
*Calculate bonuses and commissions when appropriate
*Manage and calculate taxes and deductions
*Initiate periodical payments timely either by preparing and administering checks or making direct deposits through a bank payment system
*Issues statements and invoices and maintain records
*Update paper and electronic payroll records by entering adjustments on pay rates, employee status changes, etc.
*Calculate unemployment and severance payments
*Deal with complaints and questions regarding payroll from employees and upper management
*Investigate and resolve any discrepancies in payroll
*Prepare and submit reports with payroll information to the supervisor

Requirements and skills

*Familiarity with general accounting principles
*Experience in data collection, entry and reporting with great attention to detail and confidentiality
*Computer savvy with working knowledge of relevant software (e.g. Payforce)
*Outstanding organizational and time management skills
*Excellent communication abilities with aptitude in problem-solving
*High school diploma or equivalent; BSc/BA in accounting/business administration is a plus