HR Payroll Clerk

Alsco•Pensacola, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The HR / Payroll Clerk is responsible to the Office Manager for daily processing of branch payroll functions and clerical HR tasks. Performs other duties as required. This role involves processing new hire and termination paperwork, executing daily payroll functions, maintaining confidential employee information, tracking accruals, processing commissions and deductions, maintaining personnel files, and assisting with governmental agency requests. The position also includes coordinating new hire orientation and participating in the branch Safety program. Additionally, the role may involve performing general office functions.

Requirements

Proficient with MS Office, with an emphasis on Excel.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, especially in telephone skills.
Proven excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work successfully in a team environment.
Great organizational and multi-tasking skills; detail oriented.
Demonstrate a good understanding of general payroll/HR procedures and be proficient in data entry.

Responsibilities

Process New Hire Packets and set up new employees in payroll systems.
Set up benefits in a timely fashion.
Terminate employees in the payroll software and other associated tasks.
Execute daily payroll functions such as time and attendance sweeps, employee maintenance and weekly closing processes.
Maintain, in a highly confidential manner, regular communication with management regarding payroll rates, status changes, garnishments, union issues, leaves of absences, and any other sensitive issues.
Track vacation, leaves of absence, and bonus accruals.
Process commissions, additional income or deductions.
Maintain personnel files, Affirmative Action Plan record keeping, submit weekly reports, and answer requests from governmental agencies as needed.
Verify new employee references.
Coordinate new hire orientation.
Participate in the branch Safety program.
Perform other tasks as required.
Perform some of the other general office functions.