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Payroll Administrator

Hartford, CT · On-site

$35K - $52K/yr

Most of our employees started in entry level positions and have been promoted throughout their ... Accounting/Payroll Manager and Director of Human Resources GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES The ...

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We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Entry Level Accountant to join our accounting team ... of employee payroll * Enter and maintain accurate financial records in accounting systems

Job Title: Entry-Level Payroll Specialist This entry-level payroll specialist role offers a strong ... Exposure to payroll, HR, or accounting processes, even at a basic or introductory level. * Previous ...

Job Title: Entry-Level Payroll Specialist This entry-level payroll specialist role offers a strong ... Exposure to payroll, HR, or accounting processes, even at a basic or introductory level. * Previous ...

... accounting, auditing, tax, payroll, and bookkeeping functions for a diverse client base. This role is ideal for an entry-level accounting professional or recent graduate looking to build a career in ...

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Position Summary This is an entry-level role on the Accounting team for someone who is eager to learn and ready to be developed. You'll support semi-monthly payroll processing, month-end close ...

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How much do entry level accounting payroll jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level accounting payroll in the United States is $20.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $22.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Accounting Payroll vs Bookkeeper?

AspectEntry Level Accounting PayrollBookkeeper
CredentialsBasic accounting knowledge, sometimes certifications like QuickBooksBasic bookkeeping skills, often familiar with accounting software
Work EnvironmentOffice setting, payroll processing departmentsOffice environment, financial record-keeping
Employer & IndustryBusinesses, payroll service providers, HR departmentsSmall to medium businesses, accounting firms
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding payroll roles, entry-level accounting jobsBookkeeping tasks, financial record management

Entry Level Accounting Payroll focuses on processing employee wages and payroll compliance, often requiring basic accounting skills. Bookkeepers handle broader financial record-keeping, including transactions and reconciliations. While both roles involve financial data, payroll specialists concentrate on employee compensation, whereas bookkeepers manage overall financial records.

What are entry level accounting payroll jobs?

Entry level accounting payroll jobs involve assisting with the processing of employee paychecks, maintaining payroll records, and ensuring compliance with tax regulations. People in these roles often handle data entry, verify timesheets, resolve payroll discrepancies, and help prepare payroll reports. These positions are suitable for those new to accounting or payroll and provide foundational experience in finance and human resources functions. Strong attention to detail and good organizational skills are important for success in this role.

What are some common challenges faced by entry-level accounting payroll professionals, and how can they be addressed?

Entry-level accounting payroll professionals often encounter challenges such as learning complex payroll software, staying updated with changing tax regulations, and ensuring accuracy under tight deadlines. Adjusting to the volume of data and the need for confidentiality can also be demanding. These challenges can be managed by seeking guidance from experienced colleagues, utilizing training resources provided by employers, and developing strong organizational habits. Proactively asking questions and participating in team meetings can also help build confidence and competence in the role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Entry Level Accounting Payroll professional, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Entry Level Accounting Payroll professional, you need a basic understanding of accounting principles, payroll processes, and attention to detail, typically supported by an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance. Familiarity with payroll software (such as ADP or Paychex), Microsoft Excel, and knowledge of relevant tax regulations is highly beneficial. Strong organizational skills, discretion with confidential information, and effective communication set top performers apart in this role. These competencies are vital for ensuring accurate payroll processing, compliance with regulations, and maintaining trust within the organization.
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Infographic showing various Entry Level Accounting Payroll job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, and 8% Part Time. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,262 per year, or $20.3 per hour.
Payroll Administrator

Payroll Administrator

Community Renewal Team

Hartford, CT • On-site

$35K - $52K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

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Community Renewal Team rating

5.3

Company rating: 5.3 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Our Mission

“Preparing Our Community to Meet Life’s challenges.”

We help everyone who comes to our door with resources for both immediate needs and long-term goals.

Our network of programs, services, and experiences strengthen individuals, families, and communities and provides opportunities for growth and economic stability.

Come join our team!

When you become an employee at the Community Renewal Team (CRT), you will join a host of others with an average tenure of nine years of service. Some of our employees have celebrated more than twenty + years of service. You’ll participate in fun activities, themed- employee appreciation events, organization sponsored golf tournaments, etc. We celebrate the accomplishments of employees using our Wall of Excellence highlighting employees of the month. Opportunities to grow within the organization are plentiful. Most of our employees started in entry level positions and have been promoted throughout their career.

BENEFITS

401K with a matching employer contribution, medical, dental, vision, HSA Spending

Accounts, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability (STD)/Long- Term Disability (LTD),

and an Employee Assistance Program. Eligible employees are also able to participate in

agency sponsored educational opportunities. Eligible employees receive ten paid vacation days, six sick

paid days annually, and two personal days paid annually.

JOB DETAILS

POSITION TITLE: Payroll Administrator

DEPARTMENT: Finance

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO: Accounting/Payroll Manager and Director of Human Resources

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

The purpose of this position is to support the Agency’s needs by applying Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, its conventions and definitions in Payroll, Budgeting, Financial Analysis, Reporting and HRIS systems to complete job functions. Generates and processes the agency’s bi-weekly payroll, HRIS reports and maintains the integrity of the HRIS system.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILIITIES

The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. It is not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

Payroll:

Review, transmit, verify transmitted payroll and generate necessary reports which entails the following essential tasks but not limited to:

  • Experienced in State, Federal, FLSA and Wage and Hour payroll regulations
  • Working with Program Managers to ensure timecards are completed correctly and timely – (send reminders, etc.)
  • Ensuring all timecards have appropriate clock in and clock out with missing punch form if needed
  • Processing accrual import for unexcused pay codes and verifying proper deduction from accrual banks
  • Calculating and posting manual payroll checks including voids and direct deposit reversals
  • Calculating and inputting retroactive and bonus payroll checks
  • Verifying calculations of and inputting Mileage Reimbursement Requests via Excel and HRIS entry/import
  • Reconciliation of employee FMLA time off entries on employee timecards
  • Calculating, processing, and responding to garnishments
  • Entry of employee 401K deductions (biweekly contribution, loans, etc) into HRIS system
  • Ensuring employee accrual balances are accurate each payroll and year end roll over
  • Sorting and distributing payroll checks (mail or provide to managers)
  • Uploading payroll accruals and payroll reversals into Financial Edge after payroll processed – entry of data, verification of data, etc
  • Producing and distributing payroll reports to department managers timely
  • Processing RFH and RFPA documents in the Treeno and HRIS systems timely and accurately
  • Preparing bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly and year-end payroll statements for program managers
  • Processing fund number changes in appropriate systems
  • Payroll filing
  • Payroll archiving annually or more frequently if needed
  • Annual review of employee’s with tax exempt status including employee mailing and update of HRIS system by IRS deadline
  • Annual W-2 reconciliation and distribution by deadline
  • Providing payroll processing training to employees as needed

HRIS System:

Maintain and ensure integrity of HRIS system which entails the following essential tasks but not limited to:

  • HRIS password reset, security set up, mobile access set up
  • Collaborating with IT and ADP on time clock issues
  • Entering new hires and rehires into HRIS system with all corresponding necessary data (tax, direct deposit, 401K, garnishments, etc)
  • Updating employee data in HRIS system as needed
  • Archiving terminated employees in HRIS system monthly (leaving only 3 months of terminated employees)
  • Ensuring EEO data is entered for all employees to ensure accurate EEO annual reporting (establishment, Gender, Ethnicity, race, etc)
  • Generating EEO annual reports, ensure data integrity and report on EEO website by annual due date
  • Adding new job titles to system
  • Communicating with HRIS vendor to resolve system or employee payroll issues
  • Gathering data and necessary reports for payroll, 401K, and other audits
  • Resolving HRIS file feed transmission or data errors with HRIS vendor
  • Assisting in coordination of custom reports from HRIS system with HRIS vendor for management
  • Generating HRIS reporting for PARS system

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Attending HRIS or payroll training sessions to stay up to date of new releases or new laws
  • Completes Employment Verifications (work number or CRT letter format)
  • Creates annual Holiday calendar for distribution.
  • Creates annual Payroll calendar for distribution.
  • Attends HR Staff meetings and prepares meeting notes.
  • Primary back up for Front Desk Reception/HR Assistant break coverage daily
  • Primary back up for Front Desk Reception/HR Assistant coverage when out of office – refer to HR Staff coverage schedule.
  • Performs other related duties as needed.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Business Administration required OR over seven (7) years experience in the payroll field.

Minimum Years of Experience: A minimum of seven (7) years of payroll related experience. Must have prior automated payroll processing services experience.

Demonstrated Skills: Requires Windows, financial software and MS Office skills with advanced skills in MS Excel and MS Word. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills, customer service and organizational skills.

Knowledge: Knowledge of Generally accepted accounting practices and principles, Fund or governmental accounting practices and principles.

ADA COMPLIANCE

Physical Ability: Tasks involve the ability to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (12-20 pounds).

Sensory Requirements: Most tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks require oral communications ability.

Environmental Factors: Tasks are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, violence, disease, or pathogenic substances.


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