Payroll Administrator

Palmetto Corp is seeking a self-motivated and experienced Payroll Administrator. The Payroll Administrator will provide administrative and financial support services. This position will work closely with other departments including Human Resources, accounting, internal departments, and external parties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Processing Payroll:
• Administering weekly payroll for three companies.
• Ensuring accurate calculation of wages, overtime, bonuses, deductions, and commissions.
• Reviewing timesheets, attendance records, and verifying employee information.
• Perform Daily Payroll Operations:
• Sort through time submitted and make adjustments as needed
• Communicate with field for missing time submissions and approvals
• Submit Temp hours to temp agencies
• Review PR Register for errors and make necessary adjustments and corrections
• Tax Compliance:
• Ensuring payroll taxes are calculated and deducted correctly according to local, state, and federal tax laws.
• Submitting payroll taxes and handling weekly tax filings.
• Assist with year-end processes, including the distribution of W-2s and other necessary tax documentation.
• Employee Inquiries:
• Addressing employee payroll-related questions, resolving issues regarding discrepancies, benefits deductions, and pay adjustments in a timely manner.
• Providing employees with payroll information such as deductions, benefits, and taxes.
• Process correct garnishments and stay in compliance:
• Print garnishment checks weekly and mail timely.

6. Process weekly unemployment file and submit:

o We automatically file for any employee who grosses less than $326 in a week due to work reduction.

• Record Keeping and Confidentiality:
• Ensuring the security and confidentiality of payroll records, ensuring proper documentation for audits.
• Keeping up-to-date with industry best practices and relevant changes to employment law.
• Certified Payroll:
• Process Certified Payroll for all SCDOT projects weekly and submit to DOT
• Gather Certified Payroll from all sub and temp agencies and submit to DOT

9. Tracking/Processing:

o Insurance Arrears

o Employee Loans

o Uniform Invoices

10. HR Assistance:

o Provide administrative assistance to HR on an as-needed basis

11. 401(k) Contribution Spreadsheet

o Compile 401(k) weekly contribution spreadsheet and prepare file for submission.

• Strong knowledge of payroll procedures and compliance with tax regulations.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to deal with employee inquiries.
• Proficiency in payroll software (Viewpoint Vista).
• Basic understanding of accounting and finance principles.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Proficiency in Excel including pivot tables and VLOOKUP required.

Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent (Associates degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or related field preferred).
• Experience: Previous experience in payroll, HR, or accounting is required.

Ideal Attributes:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and great professionalism.
• Proactive approach to ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing.
• Ability to provide great customer service to the employee base.
• Self-motivating and exceptional work ethic

This job is essential for maintaining smooth and efficient operations within any organization, ensuring employees are compensated correctly and on time.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $44,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Conway, SC 29526 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Conway, SC 29526: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $44,000 - $55,000