Payroll Specialist/Administrator in Fayetteville, AR

Payroll Specialist/Administrator Job Description

A payroll specialist or administrator must have strong technology skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and automated payroll processing services. These professionals usually need at least two years of payroll experience and a high school diploma or equivalent, and should possess excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Typical payroll specialist/administrator duties: include:

Processing payroll

Reconciling payroll sub-ledger to the general ledger

Remitting payroll taxes and government reporting

Preparing monthly, quarterly and year-end payroll statements

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Salary for Payroll Specialist/Administrator in Fayetteville, AR

49025 - 71456

Low

49025

The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is building necessary skills.

Mid

56656

The candidate has moderate experience in the role, meets most requirements or has equivalent transferable skills, and may also have relevant certifications.

High

71456

The candidate has extensive experience and advanced skills for the role, and may also have specialized certifications.

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