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Turner & Townsend

Payroll Coordinator

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$21.75 - $28.75/hr

Develop and document payroll procedures to ensure maximum efficiency * Assist in preparation of internal and external audits * Oversee compliance with statutory reporting and filing requirements

Arclin

Payroll Analyst

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$65 - $78/hr

Assists with quarterly year-end reconciliations * Assist with quarterly payroll tax payments * Ability to work additional hours during high peak times to include year-end and implementation * Process ...

REPAY Company

Payroll Specialist

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$54 - $76/hr

Oversee Time Tracking corrections* Assist with garnishments processed by third-party processors.* Manage payroll related data to ensure accurate and timely accounting, record keeping, and day-to-day ...

Cox Communications, Inc.

Payroll Analyst II

Atlanta, GA · Hybrid

$67K - $100K/yr

Review payroll data to identify discrepancies, trends, and data quality issues, escalating concerns as appropriate. * Assist with the preparation and delivery of recurring and ad hoc payroll reports ...

Tegra LLC

Payroll Specialist

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$65 - $90/hr

Stay current on payroll regulations, tax requirements. * Assist with AP and AR transactions, collections, and payment activities. * Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA)

Flex HR

Payroll Manager

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

Payroll Manager Reports To: Senior Payroll Manager or VP of Payroll Division: Flex HR Payroll ... * Assist HR Department with open enrollment by manually entering new elections. * Process and ...

ADP

Payroll Specialist

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$22.75 - $31/hr

ADP is hiring a Payroll Support Representative -- Level I. The Payroll Support Representative ... Provides application/navigation support. * Assist Clients with Client data maintenance, setup ...

Flex HR

Payroll Manager

Alpharetta, GA · Remote

Payroll Manager Reports To: Senior Payroll Manager or VP of Payroll Division: Flex HR Payroll ... * Assist HR Department with open enrollment by manually entering new elections. * Process and ...

Flex HR

Payroll Manager

Alpharetta, GA · Remote

Payroll Manager Reports To: Senior Payroll Manager or VP of Payroll Division: Flex HR Payroll ... * Assist HR Department with open enrollment by manually entering new elections. * Process and ...

Futurewave Systems

Payroll Administrator

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$24 - $32.25/hr

Reconcile payroll reports to ensure accuracy Help and support with the execution of management bonus and incentive payments Assist with ongoing set up, testing and maintenance of the payroll and HRIS ...

KNAPP

Payroll Administrator

Kennesaw, GA · On-site

$52 - $70/hr

Setup employee's tax-related information upon hire and changes as necessary * Assist with the reconciliations of the general ledger for all payroll related accounts * Answer any questions that ...

Arclin

Senior Payroll Analyst

Alpharetta, GA · Hybrid

Design, develop, and maintain payroll reports, dashboards, analytics, and key performance metrics for leadership and business partners. * Assist with quarter-end and year-end payroll activities ...

ADP

Payroll Specialist

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$22.75 - $31/hr

ADP is hiring a Payroll Support Representative -- Level I. The Payroll Support Representative ... Provides application/navigation support. * Assist Clients with Client data maintenance, setup ...

Arclin

Senior Payroll Analyst

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$90 - $135/hr

Design, develop, and maintain payroll reports, dashboards, analytics, and key performance metrics for leadership and business partners. * Assist with quarter-end and year-end payroll activities ...

KNAPP

Payroll Administrator

Kennesaw, GA · On-site

$22.75 - $30.50/hr

Setup employee's tax-related information upon hire and changes as necessary * Assist with the reconciliations of the general ledger for all payroll related accounts * Answer any questions that ...

Arclin

Senior Payroll Analyst

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

Design, develop, and maintain payroll reports, dashboards, analytics, and key performance metrics for leadership and business partners. * Assist with quarter-end and year-end payroll activities ...

Arclin USA LLC

Senior Payroll Analyst

Alpharetta, GA · Hybrid

Design, develop, and maintain payroll reports, dashboards, analytics, and key performance metrics for leadership and business partners. * Assist with quarter-end and year-end payroll activities ...

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How much do payroll assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for payroll assistant in Decatur, GA is $21.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.60 and $24.42 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.
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Infographic showing various Payroll Assistant job openings in Decatur, GA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 22% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,599 per year, or $21.4 per hour.

Payroll Coordinator

Turner & Townsend

Atlanta, GA • On-site

$21.75 - $28.75/hr

Full-time

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Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

Company Description
Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.
Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people's lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world's most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.
Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.
We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.
Job Description
We are hiring an ambitious and forward thinking Payroll Coordinator to work in our growing team.
Are you up for a new challenge by working in a new location?
Turner & Townsend's vision is to expand our global footprint. The North America and Canada regions are currently our biggest growth market, however we have opportunities across the globe. So wherever you are, if you are the right candidate, we want to hear from you.
Why it's great to work for Turner & Townsend
At Turner & Townsend we're passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society.
Every day we help our major global clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects in over 108 offices in 45 countries worldwide.
Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result our people get to work on some of the most exciting projects in the world.
Who are you?
You are an experienced Payroll Coordinator with a minimum of 0-2 years of post-graduate experience looking for the next step or are currently undertaking a similar role in a similar environment.
The Payroll Coordinator will have overall responsibility of supporting and processing multi-state, bi-weekly payroll for all staff across the USA (including California). The successful candidate will bring best practices and understand the administration portion of payroll, as well as work hand in hand with the Payroll Manager to ensure effective processes.
Specifically, The Payroll Coordinator Will:
  • Work with Payroll Manager to ensure guarantee bi-weekly disbursement of multi-state payroll for 800+ employees, including garnishments and taxes consistent with federal and state wage and hour laws
  • Support payroll operations related to employee compensation (including bonuses) for exempt and non-exempt workers
  • Ensure all payroll information and records are maintained in accordance with statutory requirements
  • Deliver out-of-cycle/ad hoc payments to employees and facilitate the production of manual checks or wire transfers to bank accounts as necessary
  • Work with Human Resource to ensure the processing of unemployment, worker's compensation and employee leave requests
  • Assist in resolving payroll discrepancies, process bi-weekly adjustments and answer employee inquiries
  • Assist in reviewing time-sheets and entering bi-weekly payroll, including reconciling bi-weekly, quarterly and annual payroll reports as required
  • Support in delivery of Form W-2's and 1099's annually
  • Ensure systems are updated to reflect our current employee base, including wages, sick and vacation time in line with current policies
  • Work with HR on a regular basis to assure complete coordination of pay, benefits, and deductions
  • Develop and document payroll procedures to ensure maximum efficiency
  • Assist in preparation of internal and external audits
  • Oversee compliance with statutory reporting and filing requirements
  • Monitor the accurate processing of staff appointments, transfers, promotions and terminations
  • Prepare and review payroll account reconciliations
  • Interpret new legislation impacting payroll
  • SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Qualifications
Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field and 2 years of experience administering multi-state payroll OR Associate's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field and 3 years of experience administering multi-state payroll
  • In-depth knowledge and experience of payroll calculation and processing
  • Familiarity with payroll software
  • Full knowledge of current Federal, State and local labor laws, tax requirements and payroll regulations
  • Experience migrating payroll from one system to another is a plus
  • Experience working in a professional services or consulting environment is preferred

Preferred
  • Familiarity with the accounting side of payroll (e.g. journal entries, reconciliations, etc.)
  • Experience implementing new payroll system
  • Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 accounting software

Additional Information
*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs*
Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.
We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this, we promote a healthy, productive, and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/ and https://www.heery.com/
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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