Payroll Clerk 1

Summary:

Perform a variety of payroll related tasks to aid and support the overall needs of the Payroll department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Compile and enter employee payroll data such as, but not limited to hours worked, rates, piecework, and deductions for all farming locations by following established guidelines and processing procedures.
Ensure correct approvals on all payroll documents presented for processing.
Compute and review wages and deductions to ensure complete accuracy
Oversee employee payroll accounting, transactions and reporting activities
Prepare computer input forms.
Enter in necessary data and maintain computer payroll files.
Ensure all payroll and time sheets are received and correctly entered for all farming crews.
Responsible for handling any corrections and/or additions for farming crews and keeping immediate supervisor aware of any changes or developments.
Review and ensure accuracy of check distribution list.
Summarize and review farming Crew-Leaders pay.
Assist in completion of other payrolls as needed.
Ensure the accurate distribution of paychecks.
Track, maintain log, and report weekly Signature Lists returned and paychecks not distributed.
Assist in annual W-2's preparation and distributions.
Establish and maintain a reliable and productive relationship with remote locations.
Complete a variety of clerical tasks, including but not limited to, filing payroll sheets, Crew-Leaders weekly payrolls, time sheets, and answering the phones as needed to support the overall department.
Act as assistant to organize and assist in day-to-day responsibilities of both HR Director & HR/Payroll Manager
Must be able to work overtime as needed (including weekends) to help meet necessary deadlines.
Other projects and duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
High school education or equivalent
One to three months related experience and/or training
Ability to operate a computer using standard office software
Ability to learn and operate Microsoft Excel
Must maintain a high level of confidentiality
Bi-lingual preferred (Spanish or Creole)
Must be able to occasionally work overtime (evening and weekend shifts) to complete and meet necessary payroll deadlines

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.00 - $14.00 per hour

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person