Payroll Associate

Tailwind Deli News & Gifts Inc•Wilmington, NC

13d•$17 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Tailwind Hospitality is expanding its corporate team and hiring an entry-level Payroll Associate. This position focuses on the execution of daily data entry, routine multi-state payroll preparation, and administrative support for payroll inquiries across our diverse regional properties. This introductory role requires strong attention to detail and offers professional development in high-volume workforce management. This isn't simply a payroll data-entry position. You'll be joining a growing organization where payroll is an important part of the company's continued development. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to process improvement, systems optimization, and standardization. For the right person, this position offers an opportunity to grow with the organization and take on increasing responsibility within payroll operations.

Requirements

High attention to detail and ability to manage large volumes of data accurately
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to work independently and prioritize deadlines

Nice To Haves

Payroll, accounting, HR, or administrative experience preferred
Experience with multi-state payroll strongly preferred
Hospitality, restaurant, airport, or retail payroll experience is a plus
Strong proficiency in Google Sheets, Excel, ADP, TEAMWORK or similar preferred
Knowledge of payroll laws, wage compliance, and payroll tax practices preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain payroll checklists, supporting documentation, and payroll records.
Maintain payroll spreadsheets, Google Sheets trackers, and reporting documentation
Research and resolve basic payroll discrepancies and employee questions
Provide general support to the Payroll Department
Collect payroll-related information submitted by General Managers and other leadership.
Review emails and support documentation for completeness and accuracy.
Enter payroll information into the appropriate Google Sheets and tracking documents.
Maintain accurate and organized payroll records throughout each payroll cycle.
Ensure information is documented in the correct location and for the correct pay period.
Identify missing, incomplete, or unclear information and follow up with the appropriate manager.
Maintain confidentiality of employee payroll and personal information.
Enter information accurately and consistently according to established procedures.
Update documentation after payroll has been processed.
Maintain historical payroll documentation and ensure records are complete.
Assist with identifying discrepancies between submitted information and payroll documentation.
Help maintain organized files and supporting documentation for payroll audits and internal review.