Payroll & Timekeeping Assistant

Job Description

RCS Staffing has an immediate need for a Payroll & Timekeeping Assistant in Huntersville, NC. This is a full-time contract Office Based assignment with our client (with possibility to convert to full-time). This position offers a competitive package including benefits, vacation and holidays.

Overview of YOUR role as a Payroll & Timekeeping Assistant

As a Payroll & Timekeeping Assistant, you will provide administrative and clerical support to the payroll department by assisting with timesheet review, payroll processing, and maintaining employee payroll records. This entry-level position is designed for someone detail-oriented who enjoys working with numbers and is interested in developing a career in payroll. You will ensure payroll data is accurate and complete while responding to employee inquiries and maintaining confidentiality.

As a Payroll & Timekeeping Assistant YOU will:

· Review weekly employee timecards for completeness and follow up on discrepancies
· Enter payroll data including new hires, terminations, pay rate changes, and deductions
· Assist with preparing and processing bi-weekly payroll
· Verify payroll information for accuracy before processing
· Maintain employee payroll records and electronic files
· Assist with payroll reconciliations and audit reports
· Respond to employee questions regarding paychecks, direct deposits, and deductions
· Process employment verifications and payroll-related documentation
· Assist with payroll tax and garnishment administration
· Support year-end activities including W-2 preparation and payroll audits
· Maintain confidentiality of employee information and prepare reports for management

YOU are the ideal Payroll & Timekeeping Assistant candidate if you have:

· High School diploma or GED (required)
· Associate degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or Human Resources (preferred)
· 0-2 years of payroll, accounting, bookkeeping, or administrative experience
· Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (required)
· Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
· Ability to work with confidential information professionally
· Strong written and verbal communication skills
· Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
· Strong numerical aptitude

It's a BONUS if you have:

· Experience with payroll software (ADP Workforce Now, UKG, Paychex, etc.)
· Basic knowledge of federal and state payroll tax requirements
· Experience with timekeeping systems
· Payroll Fundamentals Certificate or interest in pursuing payroll certification

About Our CLIENT

Our client is seeking a motivated administrative professional to support their payroll operations. They provide on-the-job training in payroll processing, tax compliance, benefits administration, and payroll reporting. With a focus on professional development and accuracy, they provide an environment where administrative professionals can build expertise in payroll operations.

Who WE Are

RCS Staffing is a certified Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) specializing in the recruitment of professionals for best-of-class companies throughout the United States. Since 1994, RCS recruits top talent for direct hire, temp-to-perm and contract staffing positions and provides customized payroll services. Our Recruiting Specialties consist of all Engineering Disciplines, Project Management, Project Controls, Information Technology, Energy Efficiency and Business Professionals.

RCS is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. RCS recruits, hires, and promotes for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, genetic information or age. All terms and conditions of employment such as compensation, benefits, work assignment, availability of facilities and privileges of employment are administered on the same basis of equality.