Payroll and Accounting Assistant

Tegra • Norfolk, VA

90d

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Assistant to join our Payroll & Accounting team. This position will support Operations, Payroll and Benefits Manager by providing full-cycle payroll services including data validation and accounting input reporting on a regular basis.

Requirements

• 1-3 Years of experience working with Accounting, Payroll, and Benefits
• Knowledge of employee tax setup based on live/work jurisdictions
• Advance Excel (V-Lookups, Pivot tables, formulas, etc.)
• Experience with garnishments, child support orders, and state levies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.

Nice To Haves

• Accounting Degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Processes new hires, termination status changes, tax changes, deductions, and direct deposits.
• Set-up/Process court orders for Child Support and garnishments.
• Validate time and attendance input, output, and connectivity. identify, research, and assist in resolving any issues within HRIS System.
• Prepare routine data audits, run custom reports from Payroll/HRIS Systems
• Assist with month-end reporting
• Provide support in reconciling invoices and accounts needed for various monthly reports.
• Provide support to the HR Team, as well as other dept manager/supervisor, answering questions, troubleshoot, research, and assist in resolving payroll, benefit, or account discrepancies within Payroll/HRIS
• Ability to work well under pressure and maintain utmost confidentiality with all Payroll, Benefits, and accounting information
• Execute and support special projects as needed, e.g., assist with annual enrollment activities

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Short Term & Long Term disability
• Life Insurance
• Flexible spending account

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Miscellaneous Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees