Payroll Clerk I

ZACHRY is accepting applications for a Payroll Clerk for BASF PA located in Port Arthur. Texas.  NO PER DIEM IS OFFERED.

POSTION DESCRIPTION:

To assist in the processing of weekly payroll in conformance with established payroll procedures.  Assembles data from employee records and administers payroll, including tax, vacations, wage garnishments, direct deposit setup, salary increases and deductions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform complete payroll process for business unit, entity or unassigned field payrolls and performs mathematical calculations for withholdings and deductions, vacation, sick leave, retroactive pay, overtime, salary changes, etc.

Complete employee gate validation audits for recharge accuracy

Perform payroll daily/weekly audits of field timecards for payroll transmittal.

Administer and maintain direct deposits.

Verify, track, and process vacation and PTO requests for all employees‎.

Process New Hires, W4s, Employee Separation Requests, employee updates, corrections, and special payments

Research employee annual and prior years wage information as requested.

Organizes and maintains files of records and correspondence of both a routine and confidential nature to ensure document retention compliance and ease of access.

Provide daily/weekly communications with site management/field supervision.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Zachry Group is dedicated in providing a Safe and Drug Free work environment; and is an Equal Opportunity Employer

JOB REQUIREMENTS

JOB REQUIREMENTS

REQUIREMENTS

Must have high school diploma or equivalent.

Minimum of three years of relevant payroll / accounting experience in lieu of a college degree

Must be proficient in Microsoft programs: Excel, Access, Word, and Outlook

Must have a solid customer service orientation, accuracy, mathematical reasoning skills, good verbal, and written communication skills.

Good work ethic and excellent organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, with shifting priorities in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment.

Ability to work in a team environment, as well as independently perform projects or tasks.

Strong interpersonal skills to influence and communicate effectively with all levels of personnel.

Demonstrate creative problem-solving skills.

Must be detail-oriented and have strong proof-reading skills.   

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree or professional associate degree

Minimum 3-5 years related experience. 

Advanced proficiency in MS Excel

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Employee will be required to communicate in person, via telephone, email, use of arm/hand steadiness, manual dexterity, finger dexterity, multi limb coordination, oral expression, and comprehension. May be required to lift, carry, and move objects safely.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Will work in a general office environment. Capable of operating and functioning in a fast-paced work environment. Must possess a vision (corrected or uncorrected) that allows for clear visibility from 20 inches or less.

The above description covers the fundamental responsibilities of the Payroll Clerk position. It shall not be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental, or similar duties which may be required from day-to-day.

CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR LICENSES REQUIRED *

OTHER POSITION OR SITE REQUIREMENTS

Job Specific Requirements

DOES THIS POSITION REQUIRE A COMPUTER? *

Yes

BACKGROUND CHECK *

Yes

REQUIREMENTS MEDICAL *

Drug Screen

Pre-Employment Physical

SAFETY/ORIENTATION/TRAINING *

Basic Plus

Safety Council

Site Specific