Kforce has a client in Newington, CT that is seeking a Payroll Clerk. Responsibilities: * Collect and verify timekeeping information from employees * The Payroll Clerk will enter and update payroll data in the system accurately and promptly * Process payroll for hourly and salaried employees according to the organization's schedule * Assist in reviewing timesheets and work charts for completeness and accuracy * Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, taxes, and timekeeping * Maintain and update employee payroll records and documentation * Prepare and distribute paychecks or initiate direct deposit payments * Assist with payroll reporting and audits as needed * The Payroll Clerk will ensure compliance with company policies and applicable wage and hour laws * Support other administrative and accounting tasks as required