We are looking for a qualified Administrative Assistant/Payroll specialist to assist in all activities regarding the management of employee compensation in the company. You will undertake a variety of tasks. such as entering payroll information, calculating wages. An excellent payroll clerk has great understanding of the concept of confidentiality. You will be experienced in entering data with attention to detail and will have good math skills to make the necessary calculations. The ideal candidate will be a thorough professional with good communication abilities. The goal is to carry out all payroll procedures with speed and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Collect and verify timekeeping information for all employees

• Calculate pay according to hours worked incorporating leaves and overtime
• Update paper and electronic payroll records by entering adjustments on pay rates, employee status changes etc.

• Deal with complaints and questions regarding payroll from employees.

• Investigate and resolve any discrepancies in payroll
• Prepare and submit reports with payroll information to supervisor

Skills

• Proven experience as payroll clerk.
• Familiarity with general accounting principles
• Experience in data collection, entry and reporting with great attention to detail and confidentiality
• Computer savvy with working knowledge of relevant software (Microsoft Word, Excel, Quickbooks)
• Exquisite math and numerical skills
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication abilities with aptitude in problem-solving
• High school diploma or equivalent;
• BSc/BA in accounting/business administration is a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Payroll: 2 years (Required)
• Accounting: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• St. Louis Park, MN 55416: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person