Payroll Clerk

Joy Baking Group • Hermitage, PA

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About The Position

This Payroll Clerk is responsible for learning and supporting all functions of payroll processing for company-wide payroll operations managed at the Hermitage facility. The individual will work closely with the current Payroll Manager providing support and serving as a backup by performing all payroll processing functions in their absence. In addition, this position will act as a backup for Accounts Payable operations at the Hermitage facility, ensuring continuity and accuracy in financial processes.

Requirements

• Must be highly motivated, able to follow direction, and perform assigned work duties independently with minimal supervision
• Must be able to speak, listen, and effectively communicate with team members both verbally and in writing
• Must be able to work collaboratively within the department and with multiple departments within the company
• Strong organizational skills and ability to analyze / interpret technical information, mathematical concepts, and form conclusions
• Adherence to the company attendance policy is required, including expectations of punctuality and limited unapproved absences
• Involves extensive computer systems/software operation and regular use of office equipment
• Work is primarily sedentary
• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, manipulate or otherwise move objects
• Substantial repetitive movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, viewing a computer monitor, extensive reading
• Previous experience in payroll, accounting, bookkeeping, or administrative support is required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in accounting, Business Administration, or a related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Review and verify employee time records, including hours worked, paid time off, deductions, and other payroll adjustments to ensure accuracy
• Enter, maintain, and process payroll-related information within the UKG/Kronos web-based payroll and timekeeping system
• Assist with the completion of weekly, bi-weekly, quarterly, and year-end payroll processes and reporting
• Stay informed on changes to tax regulations and deduction laws that impact payroll and accounts payable functions to ensure compliance
• Learn and support the organization’s Infor-based Accounts Payable system and provide backup assistance when needed
• Participate in occasional offsite trainings, seminars, and webinars to support ongoing professional development
• Be available to work overtime as necessary to meet business needs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree