Payroll Clerk

Validate new hires and ensure all payroll data is entered accurately to the designated field in UKG. Process payroll data, review employee and manager information, resolve payroll inquiries, and support garnishment and deduction activity.

Payroll Clerk | Scottsdale, 85254 - 100% On Site
Pay: up to $27/hour dependent on experience
Hours: Full-time hours; Start work between 7a - 9a
 
ROLE SUMMARY

Process payroll data, review employee and manager information, resolve payroll inquiries, and support garnishment and deduction activity. This role supports high-volume payroll operations and may progress into broader payroll processing responsibilities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support daily payroll reporting and employee onboarding
• Validate new hires and ensure all payroll data is entered accurately to the designated field in UKG
• Assist with payroll support related to an upcoming company move
• Take on increased responsibilities as ramp up progresses
• Use UKG payroll system (highly preferred; strongly desired at start)
• Process multistate payroll for approximately 1,500–2,000 employees
• Handle Personnel Action Requests: new hires, salary changes, bonuses, transfers, terminations, retro pay, and benefits adjustments
• Process garnishments (child support, tax levies, etc.)
• Generate and distribute manual payroll checks accurately and timely
• Research and resolve payroll inquiries from employees and management.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• 2+ years of high volume payroll experience
• Strong payroll systems knowledge (UKG experience preferred / required)
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
• Efficient written and verbal communication skills

Apply if you have high-volume payroll experience and want to contribute to accurate, timely payroll operations. This contract-to-possible-hire opportunity offers the chance to take on broader payroll responsibilities as your experience grows.