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Qcells

Global Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Cartersville, GA · On-site

$45K - $60K/yr

Prepare monthly/quarterly reports on expatriate payroll costs and benefits utilization for HR and Finance leadership. * Assist with assignment cost estimates and budgeting for new expatriate ...

Qcells

Global Payroll & Benefits Specialist

White, GA

$45K - $59K/yr

Prepare monthly/quarterly reports on expatriate payroll costs and benefits utilization for HR and Finance leadership. * Assist with assignment cost estimates and budgeting for new expatriate ...

Qcells

Payroll & Benefits Specialist

White, GA · On-site

$45K - $59K/yr

Description SUMMARY The Payroll and Benefits Specialist will manage the company's payroll and benefits function, ensuring payroll is processed on time and accurately. This position is also ...

Qcells

Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Cartersville, GA · On-site

$45K - $60K/yr

Description SUMMARY The Payroll and Benefits Specialist will manage the company's payroll and benefits function, ensuring payroll is processed on time and accurately. This position is also ...

Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC

Jobsite Assistant

Cartersville, GA · On-site

$17.50 - $23.50/hr

D. Edwards Payroll System. Living allowance setup/stop/transfers. * Managing jobsite postings ... Transfer employees to and from the job and assist in updating successfactors program * Inform field ...

Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC

Jobsite Assistant

Cartersville, GA · On-site

$17.50 - $23.50/hr

D. Edwards Payroll System. Living allowance setup/stop/transfers. * Managing jobsite postings ... Transfer employees to and from the job and assist in updating successfactors program * Inform field ...

Elder's ACE Hardware

Assistant Manager

Dallas, GA · On-site

Coach associates to optimal performance. Assist with scheduling and payroll to labor standards. * Order and maintain inventory to ensure adequate available products for our customers. Manage ...

Elder's Ace Hardware

Assistant Manager

Dallas, GA · On-site

Coach associates to optimal performance. Assist with scheduling and payroll to labor standards. * Order and maintain inventory to ensure adequate available products for our customers. Manage ...

Workout Anytime

Assistant General Manager

Rome, GA · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

Financial Accountability • Support labor scheduling and payroll management to maximize productivity. • Monitor club expenses and assist with managing operational budgets. • Analyze club reports ...

TriCom Quest

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Factory Administrative Assistant

White, GA · On-site

$21 - $25/hr

... Assistant at their new factory in Georgia. Must have 5+ years of administrative experience. 3+ ... ADP/Payroll experience highly preferred. * Excellent communication, interpersonal, and writing ...

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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 Rome, GA is $21.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $25.00 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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Global Payroll & Benefits Specialist

Qcells

Cartersville, GA • On-site

$45K - $60K/yr

Full-time

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Key responsibilities

  • Process and administer dual/shadow payroll for expatriates, ensuring accurate tax withholding and reporting in both South Korea and the U.S.

  • Oversee expatriate benefits enrollment and verify total reward structures, including allowances and benefits documentation.

  • Monitor compliance with relevant regulations, identify operational risks, and coordinate with external providers to ensure accurate and timely service delivery.

Qcells rating

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Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

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Job description

Description
Global Payroll & Benefits Specialist
Department: Human Resources
Location: Cartersville, GA
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and bilingual Global Payroll & Benefits Specialist to oversee the compliance, operational integrity, and accuracy of our expatriate payroll, benefits, and global mobility programs. This role will manage the day-to-day payroll processing and benefits administration for our expatriate workforce, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant delivery of compensation and benefits across South Korea and the U.S.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll Administration
  • Process and administer dual/shadow payroll for expatriates, ensuring accurate tax withholding and reporting in both South Korea and the U.S.
  • Conduct regular pre- and post-payroll audits to verify calculation accuracy, bonus structures, foreign service premiums, housing allowances, and cost-of-living adjustments (COLA).
  • Track and update COLA, foreign service premium, and housing allowance rates in coordination with global mobility providers.
  • Manage Certificate of Coverage (Totalization Agreement) applications to eliminate dual social security tax liability for expatriates.

Benefits Administration
  • Oversee expatriate benefit schemes, including health insurance and relocation packages.
  • Administer expatriate benefits enrollment, including health insurance, relocation, and home leave benefits.
  • Verify total reward structures, ensuring proper documentation and approvals for expatriate allowances (e.g., tuition support, housing, vehicle allowances).

Compliance & Risk Management
  • Monitor and enforce compliance with U.S. FLSA, IRS regulations, South Korean Labor Standards Act, and international assignment policy guidelines.
  • Identify operational risks, control gaps, or compliance exposure in global mobility practices and implement corrective action plans.
  • Partner with external tax counsel and third-party global mobility providers to manage hypothetical tax (Hypo-Tax) calculations, tax equalization, and annual tax reconciliations.

Coordination & Reporting
  • Coordinate the timely exchange of payroll data between HQ and local entity operations.
  • Coordinate with vendors (insurance carriers, relocation companies, tax providers) to ensure timely and accurate service delivery.
  • Maintain accurate expatriate payroll and benefits records, ensuring documentation is audit-ready.
  • Prepare monthly/quarterly reports on expatriate payroll costs and benefits utilization for HR and Finance leadership.
  • Assist with assignment cost estimates and budgeting for new expatriate placements.

Employee Support
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for expatriates on day-to-day payroll and benefits inquiries, providing timely and culturally sensitive support.

Qualifications & Skills
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Experience: 0-5 years of experience in payroll, accounting, global mobility, or HR - with a heavy focus on Korean expatriate management.
  • Language: Fluency in both English and Korean (written and verbal) is required to communicate effectively with Korean HQ and local teams.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Working knowledge of payroll systems (e.g., ADP, SAP, Workday) preferred.
  • Familiarity with U.S.-Korea tax treaty provisions and Totalization Agreement procedures preferred.
  • Strong Excel skills for data reconciliation and reporting.

Core Competencies
  • High attention to detail and accuracy in handling sensitive compensation data.
  • Strong sense of confidentiality and discretion.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to support expatriates across cultures.

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