Payroll Assistant

Responsible for supporting the payroll team by ensuring accurate payroll processing, managing new hire data, conducting audits, handling garnishments and unemployment claims, and responding to payroll inquiries. Responsibilities also include preparing paychecks, generating reports, and assisting with special projects. The role requires attention to detail, discretion, and flexibility with work hours to meet payroll deadlines.

PCC is committed to welcoming  people of all identities, cultures and backgrounds. As a triple-bottom line co-operative, our vision , mission, and values stand firmly rooted in the nourishment and well-being of our planet, its people and communities.

While racism and colonialism continue to play a significant role in shaping  food systems, PCC is committed to cultivating justice-centered relationships that do not exploit.

PCC does not tolerate bigoted behavior within our community. Accordingly, we take action to foster a safe and inclusive environment.

Our Vision

To inspire and advance the health and well-being of people, their communities, and our planet.

Our Mission

We ensure that good food nourishes the communities we serve, while cultivating vibrant local, organic food systems 

Our Values

We foster high standards

We act with integrity

We embrace stewardship

We take action because we care

• Provide excellent service by monitoring payroll shared inbox, assuring timely and professional follow-through or resolution.
• Assists the payroll team in the processing of bi-weekly payroll.
• Ensures new hire and rehire data is entered into the payroll (Dayforce) system in an accurate and timely manner.
• Performs weekly timesheet payroll audits including time away from work requests.
• Reviews store management and office schedules for accuracy weekly.
• Process wage garnishments in compliance with court orders. Ensure timely correspondence and completion. Ensure timely and accurate deductions are entered into Dayforce.
• Assist with unemployment claims processing.
• Performs data entry as needed.
• Run reports from Dayforce as needed.
• Preparing and distributing hard copy paychecks.
• Manage payroll related incoming mails.
• Assists in special projects.
• This position works consistently at a light physical work level and may be asked to occasionally work at a medium or heavy physical work level when supporting stores or other offsite events. Frequently required to sit, walk, reach, and grasp. Occasionally required to be on feet with a mix of standing and walking throughout shift.
• Performs other tasks and duties as assigned.

This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties, responsibilities, and requirements, but constitutes a general definition of the position’s scope and function within our company. PCC Community Markets reserves the right to amend and change duties, responsibilities, and requirements to meet the changing industry or business needs as necessary.

REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 - 2 years administrative experience.
• Minimum 1 - 2 years payroll experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel.
• Working knowledge of processing payroll with an integrated HR and Payroll system; Ceridian Dayforce experience is preferred.
• Working knowledge of payroll best practices, company policies, and federal and state laws.   
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends in order to meet payroll processing and year end deadlines.
• Handle sensitive and confidential information with a high degree of professionalism and discretion.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

PREFERRED:

• Basic accounting 
• Payroll and Human Resources Fundamentals 
• Ceridian Dayforce, Dayforce Time and Attendance, Dayforce Reporting 
• Knowledge/experience with union contract wage steps and job classifications 

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Parental Leave 
• PTO Accrual – 0.08 hours per hour worked   
• 6 paid holidays per year  
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Contribution 
• Discounted ORCA Pass  
• PCC Cooking Classes Discount 
• Staff Discount on In-Store Purchases  
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)  
• Free PCC Co-op Membership  
• Bereavement Leave  
• Employee Assistance Program 

PCC Benefits Page:  

• https://www.pccmarkets.com/about/jobs/benefits/ 

This position offers a hybrid work schedule, requiring 1-2 days in the office per week, with additional on-site visits as needed. The remainder of the workweek can be performed remotely.

Reports To: Senior Manager of HRIS and Payroll

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