Payroll Clerk

Dynalectric Washington, DC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 33,751 - 35,128; Part time

Job summary

A leading payroll service provider in Washington, DC is seeking a Payroll Assistant to manage time record entries and payroll processing. The role requires strong interpersonal and organizational skills, with responsibilities including processing payroll documentation and assisting with employee onboarding. Candidates should have a high school diploma and one year of experience in payroll entry. Competitive hourly pay of $24.50-$25.50 is offered, with flexibility to meet project deadlines.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience in payroll entry and calculation.
• Experience with employee onboarding process preferred.
• Flexible schedule to meet deadlines and projects.

Responsibilities

• Collect and enter time records into payroll system.
• Process payroll documentation for new employees and terminations.
• Maintain and organize various filing systems.
• Assist with HR projects as needed.

Skills

Confidentiality

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Time management

Verbal and written communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Excel

MS Word

ViewPoint payroll system

Job description

• Collect time records submitted via various means and accurately enter the data into the payroll processing system within established deadlines
• Process payroll related documentation relating to new employees, terminations and transfers
• Assist with new hire onboarding process (off-site)
• Maintain spreadsheets and track various payroll data
• Maintain and organize various filing systems
• Prepare payroll records for off-site storage
• Assist with copying, filing and other administrative payroll projects
• Assist with HR projects and assignments as needed

Skills and Attributes:

• Exercises a high degree of confidentiality while maintaining various employment records and other sensitive information for the company
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail is required
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Problem-solving and investigative skills
• Ability to work quickly without sacrificing work quality
• Excellent time management skills to meet established deadlines
• Possession of strong verbal and written communication skills
• Contribute to team efforts by accomplishing related tasks as needed

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum one year experience of payroll entry, calculation and submissions preferred
• Experience with employee onboarding process a plus
• Proficiency with Excel and MS Word (experience with ViewPoint payroll system a plus)
• Flexible schedule to meet deadlines and projects
• High School Diploma

Salary Range: $24.50-$25.50/hour

Physical Requirements

The physical demands of this position must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for an extended period of time and frequently stand and walk. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel: and reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move office equipment up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include viewing computer monitors. Most work is performed in an office environment during normal business hours.