Payroll & Timekeeping Clerk — Entry-Level with Growth

Structural Integrity Associates; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Structural Integrity Associates in Charlotte, NC is seeking an entry-level Payroll & Timekeeping Assistant to support the payroll team. You will review timecards, enter payroll data, and assist with bi-weekly payroll while maintaining accurate records and responding to employee inquiries.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, confidentiality, and growth in payroll knowledge through on‑the‑job training. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field preferred.
• 0–2 years of payroll, accounting, bookkeeping, or administrative experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Review weekly timecards for completeness and follow up on missing/incorrect information.
• Enter payroll data including new hires, terminations, pay rate changes, and deductions.
• Assist with preparing and processing bi-weekly payroll.
• Verify payroll information for accuracy before processing.
• Maintain employee payroll records and electronic files.
• Assist with payroll reconciliations and audit reports.
• Respond to employee questions regarding paychecks, direct deposits, tax withholding, and payroll deductions.
• Process employment verifications and payroll-related documentation.
• Assist with payroll tax and garnishment administration.
• Support year-end activities, including W-2 preparation and payroll audits.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee payroll and personnel information.
• Help prepare reports for accounting, human resources, and management.
• Stay current on payroll policies and procedures.
• Perform other payroll, benefit, and administrative duties as assigned.

Skills

Numerical aptitude

Attention to detail

Confidential information handling

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred in Accounting/Business/Human Resources

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

UKG

Paychex

Job description

Structural Integrity Associates in Charlotte, NC is seeking an entry-level Payroll & Timekeeping Assistant to support the payroll team. You will review timecards, enter payroll data, and assist with bi-weekly payroll while maintaining accurate records and responding to employee inquiries.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, confidentiality, and growth in payroll knowledge through on‑the‑job training. Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel, is preferred.