Overview
Front Desk Administrator/Payroll Clerk Jobs in East Hartford, CT at Pascoe Workforce Solutions
We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and customer-focused Front Desk Administrator / Payroll Clerk to join our team. This position serves as the first point of contact for applicants, employees, clients, and visitors while also supporting payroll processing, on-boarding, compliance, and day-to-day administrative operations.
Key Responsibilities
Front Desk & Customer Service
- Welcome and assist candidates, employees, clients, and visitors in a professional and friendly manner.
- Answer and direct incoming phone calls.
- Respond to general inquiries and provide outstanding customer service.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional reception area.
Recruiting & On-boarding Support
- Enter candidate information into the company’s HRIS/Applicant Tracking System.
- Process and review employment applications.
- Conduct background checks.
- Complete federal I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification and E-Verify processing.
- Prepare and complete all new hire on-boarding paperwork.
- Ensure employee files are accurate, complete, and compliant with company policies and applicable laws.
Payroll Administration
- Collect employee timecards and timesheets from clients and temporary employees.
- Review timesheets for accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
- Enter payroll hours into the payroll system.
- Process weekly payroll accurately and on schedule.
- Maintain payroll records and assist with payroll reporting.
- Communicate with employees and clients regarding payroll questions.
Administrative Support
- Perform data entry with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Maintain employee records and confidential documentation.
- Scan, file, and organize personnel records.
- Assist with office correspondence, reports, and general administrative projects.
- Post open positions on job boards and company website.
- Support recruiters and management with daily office operations.
- Perform other administrative duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.
- Previous administrative, payroll, HR, staffing, or office experience preferred.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Experience with payroll or HRIS systems is a plus.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced office environment.
- Friendly, dependable, and team-oriented attitude.
What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys working with people, takes pride in providing exceptional customer service, and has a keen eye for detail. Success in this role requires professionalism, accuracy, dependability, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities while maintaining a positive attitude.
Benefits
Pascoe Workforce Solutions offers a competitive compensation package, including:
- Competitive hourly pay
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
Pay: $20.00 – $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Title: Front Desk Administrator/Payroll Clerk
Company: Pascoe Workforce Solutions
Location: East Hartford, CT
