Payroll Clerk

MC Machinery Systems, Inc. • Elk Grove Village, IL

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About The Position

The Payroll Clerk is in charge of assisting the Payroll Supervisor in the payroll functions, ensuring pay is processed on time, accurately and in compliance with government regulations. The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills. This role supports payroll processing for MMS, MAC, and MMSC entities.

Requirements

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of payroll functions, including preparation, balancing, internal controls, and payroll taxes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, including the ability to work on multiple projects and the ability to adjust to shifting priorities in a consistent manner.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office required; knowledge of ADP Workforce Now a plus.
• 1–2 years of experience in a Human Resources or payroll environment.
• Must have a strong understanding and awareness of the sensitivity and importance of human resources processes and be able to operate with discretion, confidentiality and a sense of urgency.
• Effective interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish and maintain credibility, trust and rapport with staff at all levels.

Nice To Haves

• knowledge of ADP Workforce Now a plus.

Responsibilities

• Reviews ADP timekeeping system to ensure employee records are accurate and up to date; reconciles timesheets.
• Implements, maintains, and reviews payroll systems to ensure timely and accurate processing for multi-state payrolls, including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and deductions.
• Ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.
• Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports of payroll transactions.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
• Processes contract invoicing and generates reports.
• Maintain employee records and files for documentation.
• Orders HR office supplies.
• Performs other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed