Payroll Accounting Clerk
CW Resources, New Britain, CT, United States
Payroll Accounting Clerk – CW Group
Payroll Accounting Clerk who brings consistency, accuracy, and professionalism to every task. Supports the financial heartbeat by ensuring payroll is processed correctly, records are maintained, and employees receive timely, reliable support.
Location & Schedule
Location:
Onsite – New Britain, CT
Shift:
8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Pay
Compensation ranges from $24.00 to $27.00 per hour, based on experience, education, and qualifications.
Responsibilities
Create and maintain confidential employee master records and files, ensuring accuracy and security.
Enter and update payroll-related data: new hires, rehires, terminations, job changes, and rate adjustments.
Prepare and process regular and off‑cycle payrolls for assigned pay groups or companies using a third‑party payroll provider.
Review timesheets, reconcile hours worked, and ensure timely and accurate payroll posting each pay cycle.
Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, errors, or omissions in a timely manner.
Respond to internal and external inquiries related to payroll, including employee questions and third‑party requests.
Maintain and manage access to third‑party payroll systems and ensure proper documentation is provided.
Provide payroll coverage during the absence of other payroll staff, ensuring continuity of operations.
Scan, file, and organize payroll documents while maintaining confidentiality and compliance with data‑security protocols.
Assist with internal and external audits by preparing payroll records and supporting documentation.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or GED.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in payroll processing or general accounting.
Proficiency in payroll transactions and terminology.
Understanding of payroll processing cycles, tax regulations, wage‑and‑hour laws, and compliance requirements.
Basic knowledge of accounting practices related to payroll.
Strong numerical skills and ability to perform accurate calculations.
Proficient in payroll software (e.g., UKG) and general office software (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other spreadsheet or accounting tools.
Ability to adapt to changes in payroll regulations, company policies, and technology.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive payroll information with discretion.
Preferred Qualifications/Bonus Skills
Associate’s or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field.
Professional certification such as the Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) from the American Payroll Association.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Experience using UKG payroll software.
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations and compliance.
Exceptionally accurate, detail‑oriented record‑keeping.
Ability to analyze payroll data, identify discrepancies, and resolve errors efficiently.
Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize tasks, manage time, and meet strict deadlines.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Customer‑service orientation when addressing payroll-related questions.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to shifting priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision insurance.
Telemedicine.
Retirement plan with company match.
Disability plans.
Life insurance.
Paid holidays, vacation, sick and personal time.
Volunteer benefits: hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness, voluntary life.
Physical & Environmental Demands
Primarily office environment; office equipment (computer, phone, printer).
Work may be required outside standard business hours.
Frequent use of hands/fingers for keyboard, mouse, phone.
Reading detailed documents, spreadsheets, dashboards on computer.
Occasional standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting up to 20 lb.
Strict confidentiality and ethical standards required.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made based on individual qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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Payroll Accounting Clerk who brings consistency, accuracy, and professionalism to every task. Supports the financial heartbeat by ensuring payroll is processed correctly, records are maintained, and employees receive timely, reliable support.
Location & Schedule
Location:
Onsite – New Britain, CT
Shift:
8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Pay
Compensation ranges from $24.00 to $27.00 per hour, based on experience, education, and qualifications.
Responsibilities
Create and maintain confidential employee master records and files, ensuring accuracy and security.
Enter and update payroll-related data: new hires, rehires, terminations, job changes, and rate adjustments.
Prepare and process regular and off‑cycle payrolls for assigned pay groups or companies using a third‑party payroll provider.
Review timesheets, reconcile hours worked, and ensure timely and accurate payroll posting each pay cycle.
Research and resolve payroll discrepancies, errors, or omissions in a timely manner.
Respond to internal and external inquiries related to payroll, including employee questions and third‑party requests.
Maintain and manage access to third‑party payroll systems and ensure proper documentation is provided.
Provide payroll coverage during the absence of other payroll staff, ensuring continuity of operations.
Scan, file, and organize payroll documents while maintaining confidentiality and compliance with data‑security protocols.
Assist with internal and external audits by preparing payroll records and supporting documentation.
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or GED.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in payroll processing or general accounting.
Proficiency in payroll transactions and terminology.
Understanding of payroll processing cycles, tax regulations, wage‑and‑hour laws, and compliance requirements.
Basic knowledge of accounting practices related to payroll.
Strong numerical skills and ability to perform accurate calculations.
Proficient in payroll software (e.g., UKG) and general office software (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other spreadsheet or accounting tools.
Ability to adapt to changes in payroll regulations, company policies, and technology.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive payroll information with discretion.
Preferred Qualifications/Bonus Skills
Associate’s or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field.
Professional certification such as the Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) from the American Payroll Association.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Experience using UKG payroll software.
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations and compliance.
Exceptionally accurate, detail‑oriented record‑keeping.
Ability to analyze payroll data, identify discrepancies, and resolve errors efficiently.
Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize tasks, manage time, and meet strict deadlines.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Customer‑service orientation when addressing payroll-related questions.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to shifting priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision insurance.
Telemedicine.
Retirement plan with company match.
Disability plans.
Life insurance.
Paid holidays, vacation, sick and personal time.
Volunteer benefits: hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness, voluntary life.
Physical & Environmental Demands
Primarily office environment; office equipment (computer, phone, printer).
Work may be required outside standard business hours.
Frequent use of hands/fingers for keyboard, mouse, phone.
Reading detailed documents, spreadsheets, dashboards on computer.
Occasional standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting up to 20 lb.
Strict confidentiality and ethical standards required.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made based on individual qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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