Payroll Accountant - ADP Platform

tkxel; Lahore; On-site; PKR 1,400,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Lahore seeks an experienced Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing using ADP systems. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of payroll experience, particularly with U.S. payroll, and a strong understanding of compliance and reporting. This role requires excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to handle confidential information accurately.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of payroll processing experience using ADP systems.
• Knowledge of U.S. payroll regulations and tax laws.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end payroll using ADP systems.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state payroll laws.
• Handle payroll tax filings and employee inquiries.

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Human Resources

Tools

ADP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist with hands‑on expertise in managing payroll through the ADP platform. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of payroll processes, compliance, and reporting, with U.S. payroll experience considered a strong advantage. This role requires attention to detail, confidentiality, and a proactive approach to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process end‑to‑end payroll for employees using ADP (Workforce Now/Run/Enterprise or other ADP platforms).
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and employee data, including new hires, terminations, transfers, and compensation changes.
• Handle payroll tax filings, year‑end processing, W‑2/1099 issuance, and reconciliation.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and respond to employee inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Coordinate with HR and Finance departments to ensure alignment on employee data, benefits, and deductions.
• Prepare payroll reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field (preferred).
• 3+ years of payroll processing experience, with direct experience using ADP systems.
• Prior experience processing U.S. payroll is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of payroll regulations and tax laws in the U.S.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently.

Shift Timings: Eastern Standard Time