Remote Payroll Assistant — Detail-Driven & Efficient

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work options

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Ring & DuChateau Consulting Engineers is seeking a Payroll Assistant on a full-time contract basis to support payroll processing, maintain compensation records, verify timesheets, and ensure accurate and timely payments. The role emphasizes confidentiality and collaboration with HR and Finance teams in a dynamic office environment.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in payroll-related roles, strong Excel skills, and a solid understanding of payroll calculations, deductions, and reporting.

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 a related administrative role.
• Basic understanding of payroll processing, wage calculations, deductions, and employee compensation records.
• Experience reviewing timesheets, maintaining records, and handling confidential employee information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with payroll software, accounting systems, or human resources information systems preferred.
• Strong numerical, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, maintain accurate documentation, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist with processing employee payroll, including regular wages, overtime, bonuses, and applicable deductions.
• Review timesheets, attendance records, and work-hour submissions for accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain and update employee payroll records, compensation details, and payment information.
• Verify payroll data and identify discrepancies, missing information, or inconsistencies.
• Assist with calculating wages, deductions, reimbursements, and other payroll-related adjustments.
• Prepare payroll reports, summaries, and supporting documentation for review.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay statements, payroll schedules, and compensation records.
• Support the administration of tax forms, benefits deductions, and other payroll documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow applicable payroll policies, procedures, and data protection requirements.
• Collaborate with Human Resources, Finance, and other internal departments to resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Assist with payroll audits and ensure records are properly maintained for reporting and compliance purposes.
• Monitor payroll deadlines and recommend improvements to payroll workflows and administrative procedures.

Skills

Payroll processing

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration/HR

Tools

Payroll software

Accounting systems

Job description

Ring & DuChateau Consulting Engineers is seeking a Payroll Assistant on a full-time contract basis to support payroll processing, maintain compensation records, verify timesheets, and ensure accurate and timely payments. The role emphasizes confidentiality and collaboration with HR and Finance teams in a dynamic office environment.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years in payroll-related roles, strong Excel skills, and a solid understanding of payroll calculations, deductions, and reporting.