Part Time Payroll Clerk

Work Skills Corporation; Brighton (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Work Skills Corporation in Michigan is seeking an detail-oriented Accounting Clerk – Payroll for a part-time role to support payroll processing and accounting operations. You will process payroll for multiple programs, respond to payroll questions, and prepare reports.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of payroll or accounting experience, proficiency with Excel, and familiarity with ADP or similar software. High school diploma required; a degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Two to three years of accounting and/or payroll experience.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and data-entry accuracy.
• HS diploma required; degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process employee payroll for multiple programs accurately and timely.
• Respond to and resolve payroll questions and concerns professionally.
• Generate required payroll reports and maintain accurate records.
• Complete payroll paperwork and related assignments within deadlines.
• Follow quality standards, procedures, and policies.
• Provide additional accounting and administrative support as needed.

Skills

Payroll processing

Accounting basics

Excel

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ADP

Job description

Are you detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about accuracy? Join a team where your work makes a difference!

Work Skills Corporation is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Accounting Clerk – Payroll to support payroll processing and accounting operations. This part-time position is responsible for accurately processing multiple payrolls, resolving employee payroll questions, preparing reports, and ensuring payroll documentation is completed on time.

If you enjoy working with numbers, solving problems, and supporting a team, we encourage you to apply!

What You'll Do

Process Payroll: Accurately and efficiently process employee payroll for WSC, Action Associates, AHHC, and program participants.

Support Employees: Respond to and resolve payroll questions and concerns in a professional, timely manner.

Prepare Reports: Generate required payroll reports and maintain accurate records.

Maintain Documentation: Complete payroll paperwork and related assignments accurately and within established deadlines.

Ensure Quality and Accuracy: Follow WSC quality standards, established procedures, and organizational policies.

Provide Accounting Support: Assist with additional accounting and administrative duties as needed.

What We're Looking For

Experience: Two to three years of accounting and/or payroll experience. Previous experience with ADP or similar payroll processing software is preferred.

Technical Skills: Strong computer and data-entry skills, with a high level of proficiency and accuracy in Microsoft Excel.

Communication: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively and professionally with employees, staff, and customers.

Attention to Detail: A commitment to accuracy, confidentiality, organization, and meeting deadlines.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; a degree is preferred.

Why Work Skills Corporation?

At WSC, your work has purpose. We are a local, community-based nonprofit focused on helping people optimize their potential.

We offer:

• Career laddering and opportunities to grow
• A casual, supportive, family-like work environment
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development
• Fun employee perks, including popcorn days, massage days, prize drawings, slushy days, casual dress, and Work Thrills! events
• An award-winning workplace recognized by Crain’s Coolest Places to Work 2025, The Best of MichBusiness, and the National Best & Brightest Companies to Work For

Come grow with a team that believes work should be meaningful, supportive, and fun!

WSC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively recruit, hire, develop, and promote qualified individuals from all backgrounds, including those historically underrepresented, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.

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