Our Payroll Processor job description includes the responsibilities, duties, skills, education, qualifications, and experience.
About the Payroll Processor role
The Payroll Processor is responsible for accurately calculating and processing payroll for employees in a timely manner. This includes collecting and verifying payroll information, calculating wages, and ensuring that payroll is processed correctly and on time.
Role Purpose
The purpose of a Payroll Processor is to ensure the accurate and timely processing of employee payrolls. This includes preparing and verifying payroll data, calculating taxes and deductions, issuing payments, and ensuring that all payroll records are up to date and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The Payroll Processor is also responsible for helping to resolve any errors or discrepancies in the payroll process.
Payroll Processor Summary
The Payroll Processor is responsible for processing payroll for an organization. This role involves calculating wages, deductions, and taxes, and producing accurate and timely payroll reports. The Payroll Processor must be able to accurately interpret and apply payroll policies, procedures, and regulations. The Payroll Processor must have strong attention to detail and the ability to work with confidentiality and accuracy. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and math skills, and the ability to work quickly and efficiently.
Payroll Processor Duties
- Process payroll data accurately and efficiently
- Verify employee data for accuracy
- Calculate taxes and deductions
- Generate paychecks and other payment documents
- Maintain records of payroll transactions
- Resolve payroll discrepancies
- Answer employee inquiries regarding payroll
Payroll Processor Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Data Entry
- Payroll System Experience
Payroll Processor Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience with payroll software and processing payrolls
- Knowledge of federal, state and local tax laws and regulations
Personal Traits
- Detail-oriented
- Organized
- Efficient
- Good communication skills
- Computer literate