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Payroll Assistant Jobs in Nevada (NOW HIRING)

Support year-end payroll processing, including W-2 preparation, reconciliation, and distribution. * Assist with multi-state payroll tax compliance for employees working in multiple jurisdictions.

Payroll Specialist

Las Vegas, NV

$22.50 - $30.50/hr

Payroll Specialist Location: Las Vegas, NV (On-Site) About the Role: The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for accurate and timely payroll processing including accounting, reconciliation ...

Payroll Administrator

Ruth, NV

$23 - $31/hr

Payroll Administrator DEPARTMENT: Human Resources LOCATION: Robinson Nevada Mining Company - Ruth, NV PAY GRADE: 5 POSITION REPORTS TO: Human Resources ROTATING SHIFT: No EXEMPT Purpose & Scope of ...

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Payroll Specialist

Sparks, NV · On-site

$29.72 - $34.90/hr

Role of a Payroll Specialist Under general supervision, responsible for processing payroll for operating companies ensuring proper and timely processing of weekly and bi-weekly payroll across ...

Payroll Specialist- Remote Pacific

Reno, NV · Remote

$23.50 - $32/hr

Maintains knowledge of all PEO service offerings to assist clients with general inquiries * Maintains knowledge of PEO payroll policies and procedures to ensure compliance with PEO requirements

Payroll Specialist

Sparks, NV · Hybrid

$24 - $32.75/hr

Role of a Payroll Specialist Under general supervision, responsible for processing payroll for operating companies ensuring proper and timely processing of weekly and bi-weekly payroll across ...

Payroll Specialist

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$24.26 - $26/hr

Payroll Specialist Location: Las Vegas, NV (On-Site) About the Role: The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for accurate and timely payroll processing including accounting, reconciliation ...

Payroll Administrator

Ruth, NV · On-site

$23 - $31/hr

Payroll Administrator DEPARTMENT: Human Resources LOCATION: Robinson Nevada Mining Company - Ruth, NV PAY GRADE: 5 POSITION REPORTS TO: Human Resources ROTATING SHIFT: No ◼ EXEMPT ◼ Purpose ...

Payroll Specialist

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$24.26 - $26/hr

Payroll Specialist Location: Las Vegas, NV (On-Site) About the Role: The Payroll Specialist will be responsible for accurate and timely payroll processing including accounting, reconciliation ...

Purpose The Payroll Manager oversees day-to-day payroll operations to ensure departmental efficiency, accurate employee compensation, and timely regulatory reporting. This role ensures that all ...

Purpose The Payroll Manager oversees day-to-day payroll operations to ensure departmental efficiency, accurate employee compensation, and timely regulatory reporting. This role ensures that all ...

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How much do payroll assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for payroll assistant in Nevada is $22.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.37 and $25.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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.

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 are the most commonly searched types of Payroll jobs in Nevada?

The most popular types of Payroll jobs in Nevada are:

What job categories do people searching Payroll Assistant jobs in Nevada look for?

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What cities in Nevada are hiring for Payroll Assistant jobs?

Cities in Nevada with the most Payroll Assistant job openings:

Infographic showing various Payroll Assistant job openings in Nevada as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,517 per year, or $22.4 per hour.

$23.50 - $31.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 18 days ago


Job description

About Us

Based in Nevada, we specialize in fabricating and installing sophisticated mechanical and plumbing systems. We have worked on commercial, healthcare, institutional, municipal and other projects statewide.

Job Summary

 The ideal Payroll Administrator candidate will be responsible for with the quick and efficient processing of payroll.  The ideal candidate must have strong analytical thinking skills, an attention to detail, and most importantly, the ability to retain confidential information.  Excellent interpersonal skills, pleasant phone manner, efficient typing ability (data entry), and familiarity with payroll software.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

 Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Process and issue employee paychecks and statements of earnings and deductions.
  • Compute wages and deductions, and enter data into computers.
  • Review time sheets, work charts, wage computation, and other information to detect and reconcile payroll discrepancies.
  • Compile employee time, production, and payroll data from time sheets and other records.
  • Review, correct and enter time sheets into database and payroll software for multiple unions and nonunion employees on a weekly basis; payroll is in-house so this also includes printing and distribution of checks
  • Review and enter new hire paperwork data into software and file into employee personnel files.
  • Process certified payrolls accurately on a monthly basis.
  • Familiarity with different union fringes and benefits for processing purposes.
  • Review all I-9's, enter into E-Verify, print and pass records onto Human Resources for review then file accordingly.
  • Generate and distribute necessary reports internally and externally.
  • Gather documentation for company audits on a timely basis.
  • Process and mail checks for vouchers.
  • Assist Human Resources with employee verifications and scanning of employee personnel files pursuant to legal requests.
  • Maintain utmost confidentiality of company information.
  • Comply with I.S.O. 9000:2015 operations work instructions and Company established policies and procedures.
  • Escalate critical and/or sensitive issues to the CFO with recommendation for resolution.
  • Perform additional assignments as required by the company or as directed by management.
Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PREFERRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 

  • 2 - 5 years working in a payroll capacity, preferably with other mechanical and electrical construction or union contractors.
  • Bachelor's Degree or currently pursuing preferred.
  • Working knowledge of the construction industry, operations management, and safety practices a plus.
  • Working knowledge of federal, state, and city regulations and guidelines.

PREFERRED SKILLS and ABILITIES 

  • Vista / Viewpoint payroll experience a plus
  • Excellent organization, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Time management skills - ability to meet frequent deadlines
  • Strategic, analytical, and multi-tasking skills
  • Attention to detail

COMPUTER SKILLS 

  • Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, (i.e. Outlook, Word and Excel).
  • Working knowledge of payroll, project and financial software. 

Benefits: We are committed to providing employees a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with health savings and flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, a 401(k) Savings Plan, College Coach and employee assistance program.

This job will remain posted until filled

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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 regularly required to sit, see, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is regularly required to walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

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. The employee may expect to work in typical office environment conditions except when visiting field locations. Field environments may vary based on project, manufacturing, or weather conditions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Equal Opportunity EmployerAs a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledAffirmative Action Policy

Please review our Affirmative Action Policy.

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