Payroll Clerk

Payroll Clerk - Job Description
SDI Management, LLC

Position:

• Payroll Clerk

Department:

• Finance

Supervisor:

• Payroll Manager

Location:

• Mt Morris, PA

Status:

• Full Time/Non Exempt (At-Will)

Purpose:

• The payroll clerk will accurately complete weekly payroll tasks in accordance with established practices and guidelines.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains payroll information by collecting, calculating, and entering data
• Updates payroll records by entering changes in exemptions, insurance coverage, savings deductions, and job title and department/division transfers
• Prepares reports by compiling summaries of earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, disability, and nontaxable wages
• Resolves payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information
• Provides payroll information by answering questions and requests according to company policies and procedures
• Maintains payroll operations by following policies and procedures; reporting needed changes
• Maintains employee confidence and protects payroll operations by keeping information confidential
• Maintenance and filing of employee payroll records
• All other duties as assigned

Skills:

• Strong computer skills with specific experience that includes Excel, Word, Outlook, and accounting ERP systems
• Familiarity with payroll software a plus
• Strong attention to detail required
• General understanding of accounting practices and principles
• Knowledge of federal and state payroll regulations and requirements
• Strong ability to effectively communicate in both verbal and written communications

Experience / Education:

• High school diploma/GED required
• Minimum one year payroll department experience (3 or more years preferred)

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to remain seated for long periods of time in a standard issue desk chair

• Ability to tolerate prolonged exposure to computer screens, mobile phone screens

• Ability to read documents and materials in hard and soft copy form (either naturally or with corrective lenses)

• Ability to work more than 40 hours in any given week including weekend assignments when required
• Ability to move from one location to another; within and around locations
• Ability to understand the speech of others
• Ability to frequently bend to file and maintain files
• Ability to occasionally lift 5-10 pounds
• Ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident

EEO:

• SDI Management, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabilities and protected veteran status.