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Kalitta Air, LLC

Payroll Coordinator

Ypsilanti, MI · On-site

$20.25 - $27/hr

Payroll Assistant Manager ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: * Collects, calculates and verifies the receipt of employee time records

Dicastal North America

Payroll Specialist

Greenville, MI · On-site

$20.75 - $28.50/hr

Ensure accurate payroll tax setup, withholding, reporting, reconciliation, and remittance for federal, state, and local jurisdictions. * Assist with payroll tax filings, W-2 processing, quarterly and ...

Dicastal North America, Inc

Payroll Specialist

Greenville, MI · On-site

$20.75 - $28.50/hr

Ensure accurate payroll tax setup, withholding, reporting, reconciliation, and remittance for federal, state, and local jurisdictions. * Assist with payroll tax filings, W-2 processing, quarterly and ...

Dicastal North America

Payroll Specialist

Greenville, MI · On-site

$20.75 - $28.50/hr

Ensure accurate payroll tax setup, withholding, reporting, reconciliation, and remittance for federal, state, and local jurisdictions. * Assist with payroll tax filings, W-2 processing, quarterly and ...

Robert Half

Payroll Supervisor

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$75K - $80K/yr

Analyze payroll-related issues, recommend practical solutions, and assist with evaluating, configuring, and testing process or application updates. * Partner with internal teams to identify ...

LaJoy Group

Onboarding Coordinator

Livonia, MI · On-site

$16/hr

Payroll * Assist with making phone calls regarding payroll related corrections * Assist with making phone calls related to training * Mailings related to payroll. This is a new position and will ...

CMG HE LLC

Billing & Payroll Specialist

Cedar Springs, MI · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

Monitor customer receivable aging and assist with routine collection activities. * Work closely ... Payroll * Process weekly payroll for field and office employees. * Review employee timecards and ...

6AM City

Payroll Administrator

Lansing, MI · On-site

$24.75 - $33.50/hr

Training and Support Provide training and support to HR and finance staff on payroll processes and Ceridian software. Assist in the development of payroll-related training materials and documentation.

Ford Motor Company

Senior Payroll Analyst

Dearborn, MI · On-site

Utilizing and understanding how to follow detailed Payroll Runbooks, assist in auditing payroll runs, including key pre-validations of data. * Execution of payroll runs and other processes using ...

Detroit Pistons

Payroll Manager

Detroit, MI · On-site

Respond to manager, employee and designated representative payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies * Assist with preparation of payroll journal entries, and month end payroll account ...

LaJoy Group

Onboarding Coordinator

Livonia, MI · On-site

Payroll Assist with making phone calls regarding payroll related corrections Assist with making phone calls related to training Mailings related to payroll. This is a new position and will require ...

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How much do payroll assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for payroll assistant in Michigan is $19.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.72 and $21.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a payroll assistant?

To thrive as a Payroll Assistant, you need strong attention to detail, basic accounting knowledge, and familiarity with payroll laws, typically supported by a relevant diploma or associate degree. Proficiency with payroll software such as ADP, QuickBooks, or SAP, along with Microsoft Excel, is commonly required. Excellent organizational skills, discretion, and clear communication help build trust and ensure accuracy in processing sensitive payroll information. These skills are critical to ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with legal and organizational standards.

What are some common challenges payroll assistants face when managing payroll for a large organization?

Payroll Assistants in large organizations often encounter challenges such as handling high volumes of data, ensuring compliance with complex and frequently changing tax laws, and meeting tight deadlines for payroll processing. Attention to detail is crucial since small errors can affect employee satisfaction and legal compliance. Additionally, Payroll Assistants must collaborate closely with HR and finance departments to verify timesheets, resolve discrepancies, and maintain accurate records, making strong communication skills essential.

What does a payroll assistant do?

A payroll assistant provides administrative support in the payroll department. As a payroll assistant, your duties include entering payroll data, processing new hire paperwork, and making changes related to tax withholding and employee benefits. You also help create detailed documents outlining payroll for the company or organization and may perform additional clerical tasks as needed.

Is payroll assistant hard?

A payroll assistant role involves tasks such as processing employee pay, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with tax laws, which require attention to detail and familiarity with payroll software. The job can be straightforward for those with organizational skills and basic accounting knowledge, but it may become complex with large organizations or complex compensation structures.
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Infographic showing various Payroll Assistant job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,815 per year, or $19.1 per hour.

Payroll Coordinator

Kalitta Air, LLC

Ypsilanti, MI • On-site

$20.25 - $27/hr

Full-time

PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

Kalitta Air rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 55 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

11th of 26 rated airlines

Job description


Job Title: Payroll Coordinator

Department: Payroll

Reports To: Payroll Assistant Manager

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Collects, calculates and verifies the receipt of employee time records
  • Entering and posting time. with a high degree of accuracy into payroll system
  • Updates payroll records by entering changes for various types of employee data
  • Reconciling and balancing payroll data for processing
  • Researching and resolving discrepancies
  • Answer employee questions and concerns regarding payroll
  • Processing 3PSP payments
  • Setting up vacation and sick time accruals
  • Works with ADP for wage garnishments / support orders
  • Research uncashed checks
  • Duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Additionally, the position requires the following:

  • Ability to maintain confidential information
  • Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to handle a high volume of work and meet deadlines
  • Accurate data entry skills with attention to detail
  • Efficient on 10-Key calculator
  • Time management abilities
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
  • Minimum requirement of a High School diploma or Accounting education or coursework desirable
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • Experience with ADP Payroll helpful
  • Knowledge of various computer programs helpful

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, write and understand spoken and written English and write routine reports and correspondence.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, stand; walk; talk or hear; and use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.


  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 20 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


  • Office setting low to moderate noise.

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