Payroll Associate
Nesco Resource ·nescoresource.com
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Position Summary
The Timekeeping Associate is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely recording of employee work hours, leave, and attendance data. This role supports payroll processing by maintaining timekeeping systems, resolving discrepancies, and providing excellent customer service to employees and managers regarding time-related inquiries.
Key Responsibilities
Timekeeping Administration
- Monitor and maintain employee time and attendance records within the timekeeping system.
- Review and audit time entries for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and labor regulations.
- Ensure employee work hours, leave balances, and attendance records are properly maintained.
Employee & Manager Support
- Assist employees and managers with timekeeping-related questions and issues.
- Support timecard corrections, approvals, and system navigation.
- Provide timely and professional customer service regarding attendance and payroll-related inquiries.
Payroll & HR Support
- Collaborate with Human Resources and Payroll teams to ensure accurate integration of timekeeping data into payroll processing.
- Identify, research, and resolve timekeeping discrepancies prior to payroll processing.
- Support onboarding and training efforts related to timekeeping procedures and systems.
Reporting & Compliance
- Generate and distribute timekeeping reports for management review, payroll processing, and internal audits.
- Review records for compliance with company policies and applicable labor laws.
- Identify and escalate system issues, policy violations, or recurring discrepancies to appropriate stakeholders.
- Maintain confidentiality of employee information and adhere to all data protection standards.
Qualifications
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 1–2 years of experience in payroll, timekeeping, human resources, or a related administrative role.
- Experience working with timekeeping and attendance systems.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred
- Associate degree or higher.
- Experience with timekeeping systems such as Kronos, UKG, ADP, Workday, or SAP.
- Experience supporting a large, multi-site organization.
- Knowledge of federal and state labor laws related to timekeeping, wage and hour compliance, and attendance management.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
Skills & Competencies
- Timekeeping & Attendance Management
- Payroll Support
- Data Entry & Record Maintenance
- Auditing & Compliance
- Customer Service
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Microsoft Excel
- HRIS & Timekeeping Systems
Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Frequently asked questions
Who is hiring for the Payroll Associate role?
Nesco Resource is hiring for the Payroll Associate position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Payroll Associate job located?
The Payroll Associate role with Nesco Resource is based in St. Paul, MN, US.
What does the Payroll Associate role pay?
Nesco Resource lists the Payroll Associate role at USD 25–27 per hour.
Is the Payroll Associate role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Nesco Resource.
What experience level is the Payroll Associate role?
The Payroll Associate position is aimed at junior-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Payroll Associate role at Nesco Resource?
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