PAYROLL CLERK

The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd.; Pompano Beach (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd. is looking for a Payroll Clerk to compile payroll data, prepare reports, and maintain accurate payroll records. Candidates must have a High School diploma or GED, and two years of relevant clerical experience in payroll. The role requires strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure. Benefits include 401(k) matching and health insurance. A comfortable office setting awaits the right candidate, who will also handle physical tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in a clerical or payroll capacity required.
• Above-average organizational and communication skills necessary.
• Working knowledge of payroll procedures and software beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Compile payroll data and employee identification information.
• Prepare input forms and enter data related to wages.
• Review wages and correct errors for payroll accuracy.
• Maintain records of leave pay and nontaxable wages.
• Prepare and issue paychecks.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED certificate

Job description

Benefits Information

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Responsibilities

• Compile payroll data (time tracking, taxes, insurance, and garnishments to be withheld) and employee identification information.
• Prepare input forms, enter data related to wages and deductions.
• Review wages and correct errors to ensure accuracy of payroll.
• Record changes affecting net wages (exemptions, insurance coverage, and loan payments) for each employee to update master payroll records.
• Record data concerning transfer of employees between departments.
• Prorate expenses to be debited/credited for cost accounting records.
• Prepare periodic reports of earnings, taxes, and deductions.
• Keep records of leave pay and nontaxable wages.
• Prepare and issue paychecks.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED certificate.
• Two (2) years of progressive experience in a clerical or payroll capacity. Working knowledge of payroll procedures. General clerical aptitude.
• Above average organizational and communication skills. Ability to understand and carry out moderately complex oral and written instructions; to make minor decisions in accordance with rules and regulations as they apply to work problems; to maintain company records; and to meet and deal effectively with employees and inmates. Must be able to deal with people in a variety of changing and complex situations.
• Ability to prepare basic written reports.
• Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

You'll spend most of your time in a comfortable office setting. You'll also have to: occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 40 lbs., bend, stoop, reach above shoulder level, climb, walk, and stand.