Payroll Clerk

Ascend Staffing•North Salt Lake, UT

4d•$17 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Ascend Staffing is looking for a detail-oriented and dependable Payroll Clerk to join our team. This role is an important part of ensuring our employees are paid accurately and on time while providing excellent support when payroll questions arise. The ideal candidate is organized, comfortable working with numbers and computer systems, and able to manage multiple priorities with accuracy. You’ll work closely with employees, payroll leadership, and the accounting team to help keep payroll processes running smoothly and efficiently.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED required
Ability to process basic functions and formulas in Microsoft Excel
Strong attention to detail required
Familiarity with general accounting principles
Strong organization skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong computer systems knowledge and experience
Good team player
Patience
Positive attitude

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field preferred
Familiarity with payroll software a plus

Responsibilities

Reviewing and verifying employee timekeeping records for accuracy
Researching and resolving discrepancies related to hours worked, deductions, or payroll information
Entering payroll data into company systems and verifying amounts before payroll is processed
Updating employee banking and direct deposit information as needed
Maintaining accurate electronic and paper payroll records
Processing updates related to pay rates, employee status changes, and other payroll adjustments
Responding professionally to employee payroll questions and concerns
Documenting payroll-related issues and escalating them to the Payroll Manager when appropriate
Helping maintain payroll policies and procedures that comply with applicable state and federal requirements
Working cross-functionally with payroll, accounting, and other departments
Researching and resolving both current and historical payroll issues
Performing other payroll and administrative responsibilities as assigned