Payroll Administrator/Bookkeeper

This challenging role that Chris Preble from Robert Half is working on for his Syracuse client might be a great fit for your skills, if you are a Payroll Administrator seeking a career-building opportunity with an industry leader. We are looking for candidates who can deliver strong internal customer service while working in a deadline-driven environment with the ability to communicate effectively. The Payroll Administrator will contribute to the production of accurate and timely payroll for employees.

Responsibilities

- Agree to current payroll tax requirements and relevant laws associated with the processing of employee wage data, including payroll taxes, employee federal and state income and social security taxes and other required reporting

- Manage quarterly and year-end payroll reports

- Guide staff with pay related issues, general questions related to payroll, PTO accruals, wage deductions, and fringe benefits

- Review payroll areas, fringe benefit reporting, and pay practices related to FLSA to determine how those practices apply to advise management

- Manage regular payroll reporting as required and assist with financial audits related to pay records and associated general ledger

- Provide timely processing of payroll in accordance with labor regulations and standard accounting principles

- Pool resources with Human Resources, Information Technology, and other internal business partners to ensure security protocols for pay systems

- Note voluntary deductions, as well as wage garnishments, pay levies, and other involuntary court-ordered payments in a timely manner, including reporting to the necessary authorities

- Current payroll experience