Payroll Administrator

Pathward

. Process bi-weekly payrolls for specific employee groups, reconcile payroll, and validate confirmed reports .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $14 - $23 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll processing, including bi-weekly payrolls, tax reporting, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Proficient in maintaining payroll records, resolving employee inquiries, and supporting audits with accurate documentation.

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Payroll ProcessingTax ReportingAttention To DetailCompliance ManagementEmployee Record Maintenance

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Hard Skills

Payroll ReconciliationGeneral Ledger Journal EntriesGarnishment CalculationsTimekeeping ApplicationsFinancial Reporting

Soft Skills

IntegrityTrust

Tools & Technologies

Payroll ServiceAccounts Payable System

Industry Keywords

Employee Payroll RecordsTax WithholdingsBenefit DeductionsLeave Of Absence ProcessingAudit Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Process bi-weekly payrolls for specific employee groups, reconcile payroll, and validate confirmed reports
Monitor approved time sheets and ensure valid data transfers to and from the payroll service
Maintain employee payroll records, including status changes, tax withholdings, benefit deductions, and time off accruals
Research and resolve employee inquiries regarding pay, taxes, deductions, direct deposit, garnishments, and leave-related payroll impacts
Compute severance and vacation payout amounts
Assist with payroll tax activities, including tax notice research, agency correspondence, account reconciliations, and payroll tax reporting support
Develop ad hoc payroll, financial, and operational reports
Prepare general ledger journal entries and reconciliations
Administer system interfaces with general ledger, payroll, benefits, and timekeeping applications
Process garnishment and special payroll deduction calculations in compliance with applicable requirements
Review changes for authorization and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Assist with leave of absence payroll processing and validate benefit deductions, arrears balances, and payroll impacts
Record payroll invoices into the accounts payable system
Support internal and external audits by preparing payroll documentation and responding to information requests
Maintain procedures, desk guides, and documentation

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or equivalent
Typically requires less than one year of related experience
Attention to detail
Integrity & trust

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual performance-based incentive opportunity
Health insurance
401(k) retirement benefits
Life insurance
Disability benefits
Paid time off
Comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees