Process regular employee payroll, verify attendance, deductions, and benefits, track hours and time off, handle payroll queries and discrepancies, prepare payroll tax reports, and maintain compliant payroll records.
Summary:
A Payroll Assistant supports the payroll department by ensuring timely and accurate processing of employee salaries and benefits.
Responsibilities:
- Process payroll for employees on a regular schedule.
- Ensure accuracy of employee attendance, deductions, and benefits.
- Assist with tracking employee hours and time off.
- Handle payroll queries and discrepancies from employees.
- Prepare and submit payroll tax reports.
- Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with tax laws.
Benefits:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Remote work options.
- Professional growth and payroll certification opportunities.
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