Payroll Clerk - Entry Level

DescriptionA well-known company is currently looking for a Payroll Clerk who is excited about filling a challenging position. Accountemps has a position available for a Payroll Clerk to join the dynamic team at one of our clients. This position will require a variety of duties such as data entry, reconciliation of timecards, paycheck distribution and providing statements to various departments. To be an effective part of this dynamic, fast-growing team, a candidate will need to communicate effectively with both internal team members and outside customers. This Payroll Clerk opportunity is based in the Saint Paul, Minnesota area and is a long-term temporary employment role.Your responsibilities

Make sure data entered into spreadsheets and the payroll system is accurate

Be the main point of instruction/training contact to employees regarding payroll-related best practices

Build and run custom reports

Perform clerical duties such as filing, scanning, faxing, photocopying, etc

Reach out to employees via phone and email to obtain timesheet approvals

Data entry into spreadsheets and the payroll system

Compile a system of administering and distributing reports

Please note that all candidates are required to provide 2 recent supervisor or manager references in order to be considered for employment.Please submit your resume to Jordan.Lynch@accountemps.com and call 651-293-3973 for review and consideration.Requirements

Detailed and have the ability work independently

Outstanding data entry skills

Excellent written, verbal and social communication skills

Skillful in learning new processes and systems

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are a must

Numeric data entry experience

Deep understanding of data entry

Experience with 10 Key Skills

Prior Payroll software experience preferred

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.© 2020 Accountemps. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/VeteransBy clicking 'Apply Now' you are agreeing to Robert Half Terms of Use.Salary: $16.10 - $19.80 / HourlyLocation: Saint Paul, MNDate Posted: August 6, 2020Employment Type: TemporaryJob Reference: 02320-0011522024Staffing Area: Temporary Accounting u0026 Finance