Kemp Quarries is seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Payroll Clerk to join our accounting team. In this role, you will be responsible for accurately processing payroll for all employees. This is a great opportunity to contribute to a positive work environment and further develop your skills in payroll and accounting.

Payroll Clerk Responsibilities include:

• Calculate and process employee wages, deductions, and taxes accurately and on time
• Reconcile payroll reports and resolve any discrepancies
• Processing time clock reporting with meticulous attention to detail, always ensuring accuracy of employee and contractor time records
• Tracking employee time off and ensuring the proper reporting of vacation, PTO, and holiday pay
• Performing daily payroll transactions which include verifying, classifying, computing, and posting payroll data
• Working closely with Human Resources to ensure accuracy of benefits deductions
• Assist with year-end reporting, including W-2 processing
• Assist with other related tasks and projects as needed
• Stay up to date on all relevant federal and state payroll regulations

Requirements Include:

• Proven work experience as payroll clerk or payroll administrator REQUIRED
• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting principles
• Proven ability to calculate, post, and manage payroll data and financial records
• Data entry, attention to detail, and organizational skills
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, and payroll software
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Bachelor’s degree or 5 years of experience preferred

• Calculate and process employee wages, deductions, and taxes accurately and on time
• Reconcile payroll reports and resolve any discrepancies
• Processing time clock reporting with meticulous attention to detail, always ensuring accuracy of employee and contractor time records
• Tracking employee time off and ensuring the proper reporting of vacation, PTO, and holiday pay
• Performing daily payroll transactions which include verifying, classifying, computing, and posting payroll data
• Working closely with Human Resources to ensure accuracy of benefits deductions
• Assist with year-end reporting, including W-2 processing
• Assist with other related tasks and projects as needed
• Stay up to date on all relevant federal and state payroll regulation