Payroll Administrator

Job overview

The Payroll Administrator is an onsite, full-time role in Detroit, MI. Compensation is not specified. The position supports the Detroit Housing Commission’s Finance Department and administers bi-weekly payroll for employees, with attention to accuracy and compliance with applicable federal, state, and HUD requirements. The role exists to ensure payroll, related records, reconciliations, and reporting are accurate, controlled, and audit-ready. By resolving payroll issues and maintaining compliant processes, the administrator supports the Commission’s financial operations and helps staff and supervisors navigate payroll procedures.

What you'll do

• Manage and oversee bi-weekly payroll preparation and processing
• coordinate payroll activities with ADP vendors
• oversee wage garnishment documentation, invoicing, funding, and reconciliation
• conduct pre- and post-payroll reconciliations
• resolve payroll issues and tax notices
• maintain payroll procedures, controls, records, employee data, leave balances, and withholding history
• monitor payroll transactions and tax filings
• analyze payroll data and prepare reports
• reconcile benefits statements to payroll records
• maintain payroll costing allocations
• provide guidance and training on payroll processes and compliance
• collaborate with Finance and Human Resources on policy interpretation and process improvements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

payroll administrator

full-time

detroit mi

detroit housing commission

payroll processing

bi-weekly payroll

adp workforce

payroll reconciliation

hud compliance

payroll tax

leave balances

financial reporting

internal controls

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The role covers multi-state payroll and HUD-related compliance, with ADP Workforce experience highly preferred. Public-sector experience is preferred.

About the employer

Detroit Housing Commission is hiring for this role. Industry: Administration of Housing Programs. Sector: 92.