Remote Payroll Assistant — Detail‑Driven Contract Role

Ring & DuChateau Consulting Engineers; Town of Florida (NY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote option

Hybrid option

Professional development

Career growth

Job summary

Ring & DuChateau Consulting Engineers seeks a Payroll Assistant for a full-time contract. You will support payroll processing, maintain accurate compensation records, verify timesheets, and assist with payroll documentation to ensure timely payments.

The ideal candidate will have strong numerical, organizational, and communication skills, handle confidential information, and collaborate with Human Resources and Finance to resolve discrepancies and maintain payroll compliance.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in payroll administration, accounting support, bookkeeping, or related administrative role.
• Basic understanding of payroll processing, wage calculations, deductions, and compensation records.
• Experience reviewing timesheets, maintaining records, and handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing employee payroll, including regular wages, overtime, bonuses, and deductions.
• Review timesheets and work-hour submissions for accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain and update payroll records and payment information.
• Verify payroll data and identify discrepancies or missing information.
• Prepare payroll reports and supporting documentation for review.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay statements and schedules.
• Assist with tax forms, benefits deductions, and other payroll documentation.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and other departments to resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Support payroll audits and ensure records are maintained for compliance.
• Monitor payroll deadlines and propose workflow improvements.

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Time management

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin/HR or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Payroll software

HRIS

Job description

Ring & DuChateau Consulting Engineers seeks a Payroll Assistant for a full-time contract. You will support payroll processing, maintain accurate compensation records, verify timesheets, and assist with payroll documentation to ensure timely payments.

The ideal candidate will have strong numerical, organizational, and communication skills, handle confidential information, and collaborate with Human Resources and Finance to resolve discrepancies and maintain payroll compliance.