Payroll Clerk

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a workforce of more than 200 employees in Laconia, New Hampshire. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone with hands-on experience managing complex payroll calculations, including overtime and shift-based pay variations. The right candidate will be comfortable working with Paylocity electronic timesheets and will take pride in maintaining precision across each payroll cycle.

Responsibilities:
• Manage bi-monthly payroll processing for a large employee population while ensuring all earnings are calculated correctly and issued on schedule.
• Review and validate Paylocity electronic timesheet entries to confirm hours worked, exceptions, and approvals are complete before each payroll run.
• Apply overtime rules, shift premium calculations, and other pay adjustments in accordance with company policies and payroll guidelines.
• Audit payroll data for discrepancies and resolve issues promptly to reduce errors and prevent payment delays.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and supporting documentation for reporting, compliance, and internal review purposes.
• Collaborate with supervisors and internal team members to clarify timekeeping questions and correct payroll-related concerns.
• Support payroll updates and process-related changes as needed, including activities tied to timekeeping or payroll system workflows.• Proven experience processing payroll for an employee population ranging from 101 to 500 workers.
• Hands-on background administering bi-monthly payroll with a strong understanding of recurring payroll timelines.
• Working knowledge of Paylocity, including the use of electronic timesheets for payroll preparation.
• Ability to handle complex pay calculations involving overtime, shift differentials, and related adjustments.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail when reviewing payroll data and employee time records.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced payroll environment.