Payroll Clerk

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to support accurate and timely payroll operations for employees in Cincinnati, Ohio. This Contract position plays an important role in maintaining payroll data, reviewing time records, and helping ensure employees are paid correctly and on schedule. The ideal candidate is organized, discreet, and comfortable handling payroll inquiries while following established policies and applicable regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Administer recurring payroll cycles by preparing and processing employee pay in alignment with established deadlines.
• Examine timesheets, leave entries, and supporting payroll documents to confirm accuracy and completeness before submission.
• Update employee payroll records, including onboarding details, employment separations, compensation changes, and deduction adjustments.
• Support payroll activities for multiple employee groups.
• Compare payroll reports against source data, identify inconsistencies, and resolve issues prior to final processing.
• Maintain organized payroll documentation covering earnings, tax withholdings, benefit deductions, and other related records.
• Address employee questions related to compensation, direct deposit setup, payroll deductions, and applicable payroll procedures.
• Assist with specialized payroll tasks such as garnishments, tax forms, benefit-related deductions, and year-end reporting, including W-2 preparation.
• Contribute to payroll compliance efforts by following institutional guidelines and federal, state, and local requirements while safeguarding confidential information.
• Participate in payroll system testing and support process enhancements to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Experience processing payroll with a strong understanding of full-cycle payroll activities.
• Working knowledge of payroll practices for employee populations ranging from approximately 101 to 500 employees.
• Familiarity with reviewing timekeeping records, payroll changes, deductions, and supporting documentation.
• Experience handling payroll adjustments related to garnishments, tax withholding, and employee benefits.
• Ability to investigate payroll discrepancies, reconcile reports, and maintain accurate records.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive employee information with confidentiality.
• Clear communication skills with the ability to respond professionally to payroll-related employee inquiries.