Payroll Administrative Assistant

Job overview

The Payroll Administrative Assistant role is onsite in Lexington, NC, with a Monday–Friday schedule. Starting pay is $25 per hour, with flexibility based on experience. The position works closely with the Payroll & Benefits Supervisor and Payroll Specialist to support payroll and employee records. The role provides accurate administrative support for weekly payroll, time entry, reporting, and documentation. By maintaining organized records, tracking deadlines, and following up for required information, the assistant helps the payroll team complete its work reliably and on time.

What you'll do

• Provide data entry, document preparation, filing, recordkeeping, and electronic file maintenance
• assist with weekly payroll processing and time entry
• help prepare certified payroll reports and project documentation
• upload and organize documents
• maintain spreadsheets, reports, and tracking logs
• monitor deadlines and follow up for information
• maintain employee, payroll, and HR records
• and provide general office support.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

payroll administrative assistant

lexington nc

onsite

monday–friday

payroll processing

time entry

certified payroll

employee records

microsoft excel

starting at $25/hour

graham personnel services

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Temp-to-hire opportunity with the goal of long-term employment; the posting says the role is expected to transition to a salaried position if hired permanently. Monday–Friday, in-office schedule.

About the employer

Graham Personnel Services is hiring for this role. Industry: Temporary Help Services. Sector: 56.