What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Assistant position at Farmer Companies?
JOB DESCRIPTION
PAYROLL ASSISTANT
REPORTS TO: PAYROLL COORDINATOR
The primary focus of the Payroll Assistant is to support the payroll unit on weekly and bi-weekly payroll tasks, while ensuring accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality. This position performs a wide variety of basic payroll functions and reports to the Payroll Coordinator.
JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist Payroll Coordinator with payroll related items for assigned subsidiary companies.
- Process new hires and terminations in Paycom.
- Handle basic payroll related tasks, including answering phone calls, responding to employee inquiries via email, and scanning payroll documents.
- Submit newly established, modified, and terminated garnishments.
- Track payroll deductions for missed paychecks related to lack of work, medical leave, layoffs, etc. Once an employee returns to work, adjust payroll deductions accordingly until the balance is paid in full.
- Complete audits pertaining to unemployment claims and complete verifications of employment.
- As assigned, assist with weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND EXPERTISE
- Educational emphasis in Accounting, Business, or related field preferred.
- Experience with Microsoft Office, including advanced capability in Excel.
- Data-entry skills, including accuracy and attention to detail.
- Time-management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines by effectively planning.
- Ability to ensure personnel and salary data are kept confidential.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Effective communication skills, including both verbal and written communication.
- Ability to maintain a professional and positive attitude.