Payroll Administrator
Apply NowCompany: TEKsystems
Location: Des Moines, IA 50317
Description:
Description
This position will be 100% remote. Will start as a contract need until October - dependent on business need and performance.
This role will be assisting with hourly timecard payroll work and payroll for salaried populations - will be processing payroll for 1,500+ people. Primarily US payroll and no international experience required.
Daily Duties:
Process bi-weekly payroll for all employees, including salary, hourly, and commission-based staff.
Ensure accurate and timely calculation of wages, overtime, deductions, bonuses, and other compensation elements.
Maintain and update employee payroll records, including changes in salaries, benefits, and tax withholdings.
Verify and reconcile payroll data to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Prepare and submit payroll tax filings, including federal, state, and local taxes.
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Ensure compliance with all payroll-related regulations and company policies.
Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll deductions promptly and professionally.
Collaborate with HR and Finance departments to streamline payroll processes and resolve any discrepancies.
Generate and distribute payroll reports to management as needed.
Stay current with changes in payroll laws and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance.
Looking for candidates with:
Proven experience as a Payroll Specialist or similar role, preferably in a fast-paced environment.
Strong knowledge of payroll processes, tax regulations, and compliance requirements.
Proficiency working with ADP Workforce Now and MS Office Suite, particularly Excel.
Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of payroll processing.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skill.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred or Associates with relatable experience
8+ years of manual payroll processing experience - exempt, non-exempt, commission based payroll
Strong Excel knowledge - pivot tables, excel calculations
Strong knowledge of payroll processes, tax regulations, and compliance requirements.
Proficiency working with ADP Workforce Now and MS Office Suite, particularly Excel.
Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of payroll processing.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skill.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $60.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 25, 2025.
About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
This position will be 100% remote. Will start as a contract need until October - dependent on business need and performance.
This role will be assisting with hourly timecard payroll work and payroll for salaried populations - will be processing payroll for 1,500+ people. Primarily US payroll and no international experience required.
Daily Duties:
Process bi-weekly payroll for all employees, including salary, hourly, and commission-based staff.
Ensure accurate and timely calculation of wages, overtime, deductions, bonuses, and other compensation elements.
Maintain and update employee payroll records, including changes in salaries, benefits, and tax withholdings.
Verify and reconcile payroll data to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Prepare and submit payroll tax filings, including federal, state, and local taxes.
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Ensure compliance with all payroll-related regulations and company policies.
Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll deductions promptly and professionally.
Collaborate with HR and Finance departments to streamline payroll processes and resolve any discrepancies.
Generate and distribute payroll reports to management as needed.
Stay current with changes in payroll laws and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance.
Looking for candidates with:
Proven experience as a Payroll Specialist or similar role, preferably in a fast-paced environment.
Strong knowledge of payroll processes, tax regulations, and compliance requirements.
Proficiency working with ADP Workforce Now and MS Office Suite, particularly Excel.
Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of payroll processing.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skill.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred or Associates with relatable experience
8+ years of manual payroll processing experience - exempt, non-exempt, commission based payroll
Strong Excel knowledge - pivot tables, excel calculations
Strong knowledge of payroll processes, tax regulations, and compliance requirements.
Proficiency working with ADP Workforce Now and MS Office Suite, particularly Excel.
Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of payroll processing.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skill.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $60.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 25, 2025.
About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.