Payroll Administrative Assistant

Addison Group; Pawtucket (RI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) benefits

Job summary

Addison Group is seeking a Payroll Administrative Assistant in Pawtucket, RI to support payroll-focused operations. You will update employee records, review information for accuracy, and assist with routine administrative tasks in a collaborative office setting.

The role offers exposure to payroll and HR processes, requires attention to detail, strong MS Office skills (especially Excel), and the ability to handle confidential information in a professional manner.

Qualifications

• Prior administrative or clerical experience in a professional setting.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling information.
• Comfort with data entry and repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Update employee information and maintain internal records.
• Enter and verify data for completeness and accuracy.
• Organize documentation and maintain records.
• Answer routine inquiries and route to appropriate resources.
• Prepare basic spreadsheets and reports.
• Follow up on incomplete information and clarification needs.
• Assist with document processing, filing, scanning, and other office tasks.
• Provide general administrative support on department projects.

Skills

Data entry

Detail oriented

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Confidential information handling

Time management

Office administration

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title: Payroll Administrative Assistant

Industry: Finance & Accounting

Location: Pawtucket, RI

Compensation: $26.00 - $30.00 / Per Hour

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits.

Work Schedule: Full-time, business hours

Type: Temp-to-Perm

About The Role

Our client is seeking an organized and dependable professional to provide administrative support within a payroll-focused business function. This position is primarily centered around maintaining accurate information, assisting with routine administrative processes, and helping ensure employee-related requests are addressed in a timely manner.

The role offers an opportunity to develop practical knowledge of payroll and human resources operations while working in a collaborative office environment.

Day-to-Day Activities

• Updating employee information and maintaining internal records.
• Entering and reviewing information for completeness and accuracy.
• Organizing documentation and ensuring records are properly maintained.
• Assisting with routine inquiries and directing questions to the appropriate internal resource.
• Preparing basic spreadsheets, reports, and other administrative materials.
• Following up when information is incomplete, inconsistent, or requires clarification.
• Assisting with document processing, electronic filing, scanning, and other office functions.
• Providing general administrative assistance on departmental projects and recurring processes.
• Communicating with internal employees regarding routine administrative matters.
• Handling sensitive information in accordance with established confidentiality standards.
• Taking on additional administrative assignments as business needs arise.

Background & Skills

• Prior experience in an administrative, clerical, office support, customer service, HR, or similar environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when working with information.
• Comfortable performing data entry and repetitive administrative tasks.
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and meet established deadlines.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Ability to work with confidential information appropriately.
• Self-directed approach combined with the ability to work effectively with others.
• Dependable attendance and a professional approach to the workplace.
• Ability to work onsite Monday through Friday.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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