Payroll Clerk

Job Description

Payroll Administrator

We are currently seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join our team in our Morgantown, WV 26505 location.

About us:

Office of the Monongalia County Clerk - Monongalia County is a county in the U.S. state of West Virginia. As of 2025, the population is 109,198, making it West Virginia's third-most populous county. The county seat is at Morgantown. Founded in 1776, Monongalia County is included in the Morgantown, WV Metropolitan Statistical Area, and is the largest county in North-Central West Virginia. To learn more about our office, please visit us at

About the Role:

This position is responsible for compiling and recording employee time and payroll data for 300 + plus employees. May compute, post wages and deductions and prepare paychecks. It is a full-time (40 hours), non-exempt position. Normal office hours are Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EST.

What you’ll do:

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned

Process and issue employee paychecks and statements of earnings and deductions.

Compute wages, deductions and enter data into computers.

Review time sheets, wage computation and other information to detect/reconcile payroll discrepancies.

Compile employee time and payroll data from time sheets and other records.

Complete onboarding for new employees and enter employee information into the payroll system.

Assist current employees with questions on ADP and benefit changes

Process monthly/quarterly payables and reports

Report Worker’s Comp claims in a timely manner

Assist other County Clerk Office departments as needed

All other duties as assigned

Our Perfect Candidate

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s or associate degree in related field, master’s preferred

5-8 years of relevant work experience

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or other certification applicable to payroll

Experience in ADP Workforce Now Payroll System and employee portals

Experience in maintaining employee payroll files

Experience in the following areas: timecard reconciliation; benefit invoice reconciliation; open enrollment; onboarding; retirement reporting; quarterly reporting: unemployment, multiple worksite; federal/state tax withholdings; worker’s compensation and audits; W2 processing, completion of government surveys, benefit enrollments, and assisting employees with payroll and benefit questions

Must be knowledgeable and have experience with administering and completing the following: I-9s; garnishments; family medical leave; manual checks; 1094/1095-C; taxable fringe benefits; social security verification and payables

Must have reliable transportation

Experience in politically complex situations

Required Abilities and Skills:

Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

Must be comfortable with daily use of desktop computers, printers, scanners, phone systems

Ability to handle confidential documents and maintain ethical conduct

Time management skills to prioritize and meet deadlines

Highly organized with attention to detail and high level of accuracy in data entry

Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, self-motivated

Flexibility to work in a changing environment

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Ability to work overtime when needed both during the week and weekends

Proficient in all aspects of ADP Workforce Now

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Must adhere to office policies regarding tardiness, attendance, personal appearance and dress code

Company Offers:

Competitive salary will be commensurate with experience and education

Must pass both an academic/criminal background check, and an employment reference check

Comprehensive benefits package available: health insurance, vision/dental insurance, defined benefit retirement plan and paid parking

Full-time