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Brown Edwards · 3 months ago

Payroll Clerk and Administrative Assistant

Harrisonburg, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

3+ years exp

Brown Edwards is a Top 100 Firm providing assurance, tax, and business advisory services. They are seeking a Payroll Clerk and Administrative Assistant responsible for payroll processing and supporting the HR team with various administrative tasks.

Consulting

Responsibilities

Processes semi-monthly payroll and all other related payments including semi-monthly tax payments, retirement plan and HSA transmittals

Updates payroll system with new hires/rehires, status changes, terminations, and compensation changes as necessary, including annual salary adjustments and open enrollment

Updates payroll system for benefit enrollment additions, changes, and terminations

Updates employee payroll records for changes in address, withholdings, and direct deposit accounts

Summarizes regular and overtime hours hourly associates each payroll

Processes payroll transactions for business expense reimbursements

Processes post-payroll HSA, FSA, and 401k contributions

Processes monthly and quarterly BLS reporting

Performs quarterly and year-end payroll tax reconciliations

Responsible for required payroll tax filings, including W-2s and ACA reporting

Creates and maintains electronic employee personnel files for the Firm

Monitors and updates PTO balances annually and as needed throughout the year

Processes employment verifications and unemployment claims

Supports recruitment including posting job requisitions and scheduling interviews

Launches onboarding in payroll system for new hires

Assists with completion of new hire paperwork

Provides Human Resources support to the organization

Provides customer service to employees by answering questions related to policies and procedures

Supports the Human Resources Department in the day-to-day operations

Assist with coordinating meetings and periodic training sessions

Assist with HR projects and other duties as assigned (reporting, surveys, required mailings)

Maintains and updates monthly Percenter tracking, monthly insurance reconciliation, and Motivosity accounts

Obtains proposals and orders firm-wide gifts and recruiting swag

Assist with pre-hire, new hire, and exit functions as needed

Assist with periodic audits and regulatory reporting as needed

Collects and maintains employee records

Maintains and updates the HR section of the Intranet

Qualification

Payroll processingHRIS systemsPayroll certificationMicrosoft Office SuiteHR conceptsAnalytical skillsCustomer serviceCommunication skillsAttention to detailProblem-solving

Required

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required

3-5 years of payroll, benefits, HR and/or related experience

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Required experience with payroll and HRIS systems, with a strong preference for ADP

Excellent verbal and written communication abilities; strong relationship building skills

Customer-focused approach and able to use independent judgment in solving problems

High attention to detail accuracy; strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to function in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Solid knowledge and understanding of HR concepts, practices, and procedures as well as employment law

Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality

Preferred

Associates Degree in Business, Accounting or related field preferred

Payroll or HR certification (e.g., FPC, CPP, SHRM-CP, PHR) is a plus

Benefits

Full benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA and HSA options, STD/LTD, Firm-paid Life Insurance, and Supplemental Life, Critical Illness and Accident coverages.

401K Profit Sharing Plan with Pre-tax and Roth deferral options and employer match.

Competitive compensation and annual merit considerations.

Annual and engagement-based performance assessments.

Firm-wide Peer Recognition and Rewards platform to support our culture of year-round positive feedback and communication.

Flexible working options with generous PTO.

"Dress for Your Day" policy.

Whether you aspire to pass the CPA exam or pursue an additional designation, we offer educational support and Continuing Professional Education (CPE) programs to help you achieve your goals!

Participation in professional and civic organizations is encouraged! Brown Edwards is proud to be deeply involved in many charitable organizations that give back to our communities. We even offer reimbursements for some membership dues.

Collaborative work groups or "niches" provide opportunity to work closely with Partners and Directors, allowing you to learn, grow, and build your career.