Payroll Clerk

We are looking for a Payroll Clerk to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a workforce of 101 to 500 employees in Lackawanna, New York. This is a Long-term Contract position suited for someone who can manage full-cycle payroll activities, maintain compliance with payroll regulations, and handle employee pay matters with care and precision. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on payroll experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to resolve payroll issues efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Administer end-to-end payroll processing for a mid-sized employee population, ensuring wages are calculated and issued correctly each pay cycle.
• Review timesheets, earnings, deductions, and adjustments to confirm payroll data is complete and accurate before final submission.
• Manage garnishment orders and other required withholdings in accordance with applicable laws, deadlines, and documentation standards.
• Maintain payroll records, update employee pay information, and verify changes related to compensation, taxes, and deductions.
• Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, and payroll discrepancies while providing timely and thorough support.
• Reconcile payroll reports and identify inconsistencies so corrections can be made before and after payroll processing as needed.
• Coordinate with internal teams to support payroll compliance, reporting needs, and any payroll-related process updates or system changes.
• Assist with regular audits and documentation reviews to help ensure payroll procedures align with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Experience processing payroll from start to finish with a strong understanding of full-cycle payroll procedures.
• Proven ability to support payroll for an employee population of approximately 101 to 500 individuals.
• Working knowledge of garnishments, mandatory deductions, and payroll withholding requirements.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to handle sensitive payroll information accurately and confidentially.
• Proficiency in reviewing payroll data, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining organized payroll records.
• Effective communication skills for assisting employees and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and complete payroll tasks in a timely, dependable manner.