Payroll Administrator Cover Letter

Payroll Administrator Cover Letter

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What to include in a Cover Letter
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Company Address
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Salutation
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Compelling Details
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Respectful Closing

How to Write the Payroll Administrator Cover Letter

228 Purdy Valley
West Timchester, CO 12741
Dear Lennox Morar,

In response to your job posting for payroll administrator, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for payroll services with distribution to associates, Transmit payroll files on time and on schedule with accurate on-time delivery of corporate payroll on pay date.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

  • Excellent problem solving and conflict resolution capabilities
  • Paylocity experience highly preferred
  • Experience in working in payroll, ideally at a tech company or a startup
  • Experience in integrating new payroll software
  • Experience of taking over/moving payrolls
  • Direct experience with a minimum of 200 employees
  • Computer literate with fast and accurate keyboard input skills and a working knowledge of Microsoft packages
  • Numerical, analytical and problem solving abilities

Thank you for considering me to become a member of your team.

Sincerely,

Zion Walker

Responsibilities for Payroll Administrator Cover Letter

Payroll administrator responsible for a payroll summary recap via email to Payroll Manager and EVP Finance that displays the gross payroll by pay group each pay period by pulling certain numbers from the payroll registers and statistical summaries.

Proficient in PC applications (Word, Excel)
Knowledge of advanced reporting tools
or letter is essential
Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Knowledge of payroll practices and principles
Excellent to exemplary interpersonal communication skills
ADP and payroll software conversion experience
Advanced knowledge of automated payroll systems, Kronos, Ceridian

Payroll Administrator Examples

Example #1

Example of Payroll Administrator Cover Letter

561 Lueilwitz Isle
North Kristinaberg, OR 45555
Dear Stevie Rice,

I am excited to be applying for the position of payroll administrator. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for payroll analysis to customers, provide productivity tools and benchmarking measurements reporting to internal and external customers, optimize costs by continuously reviewing and implementing best demonstrated practices and maintain financial accounting integrity of payroll transactions.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

  • Pulling of file cabinet drawers is occasional
  • Reaching for files and documents is occasional
  • Crouching for files and records is rare
  • Bending occasionally to retrieve files from drawers
  • Carrying files, books, binders, office supplies is occasional
  • Process, prepare and submit changes in the payroll
  • Discrete communicator with an eye for details and deadlines
  • Self-starting and pro-active, positive attitude

Thank you in advance for reviewing my candidacy for this position.

Sincerely,

Ari Fritsch

Example #2

Example of Payroll Administrator Cover Letter

23325 Trinidad Square
Wilkinsonchester, TN 55548-7652
Dear Peyton Willms,

Please consider me for the payroll administrator opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for a consistently high level of customer service, review payroll information with employees to resolve payroll discrepancies promptly and accurately.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

  • Working knowledge of Checkpoint HR
  • Leadership – inspiring, supporing and developing others to achieve outstanding level of performance
  • Performance Mangement – delivery of business objectives through effective setting of personal and team goals with regard for client service standards and key performance indicators
  • Team Working – co-operating with and respecting collegaeus to deliver business
  • Commerical Awareness – contribution to the business through awareness of group services, business units prupose and it’s market place – and indentification of new opportunities
  • Innovation and Continuous Improvement –Constantly seeking to improve the way the business is done through analysis, creativity, problem solving and change initiatives
  • Support the Payroll Specialist with a semi-monthly payroll processing for North America payrolls
  • Assist with semi-monthly ROE processing within Workday and ROE Web

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

Oakley King

Example #3

Example of Payroll Administrator Cover Letter

2729 Merlyn Village
West Palma, NM 18006-2221
Dear Oakley McKenzie,

I am excited to be applying for the position of payroll administrator. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for payroll expertise and information on technical payroll matters, interpreting and providing guidance with respect to statutory, mandatory and voluntary payroll deductions and answers questions and requests pertaining to such.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

  • Preferred experience with multi-state payroll and payroll for a company with 1,000+ employees
  • Assist with the processing of a weekly and bi-weekly payroll for 750 multi-State, Union and Non-Union employee's using ADP Workforce and significant amount of in-house preparation (prevailing wage rates)
  • Manage all Deductions and Garnishments
  • Inputting new hires leave times, terminations and pay adjustments in the system
  • Prepare and submit payroll tax deposits
  • Assist with prepare weekly customer invoicing
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, (MS Excel pivot tables and vLook-ups)
  • In charge of payroll information through the collection, calculation, and entering of data

Thank you in advance for taking the time to read my cover letter and to review my resume.

Sincerely,

River Spencer

Example #4

Example of Payroll Administrator Cover Letter

808 Sol Underpass
East Desiremouth, NE 82190-3883
Dear Shiloh Graham,

I would like to submit my application for the payroll administrator opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for any other Payroll support to the Payroll department to ensure smooth delivery of deliverables to the business.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

  • Reviews and approves all tax related filings, auditor requests and timekeeping exports and postings
  • Maintains accuracy and integrity of payroll records
  • Works with ADP to prepare and review quarterly and annual reconciliations to include W-2 forms, 1095 forms
  • Prepares audit information for all annual audits, including Workers Compensation
  • Documentation of processes and proven track record of improving efficiencies and streamlining processes
  • Solid knowledge of wage and hour laws
  • Knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax requirements
  • Proficient in ADP PC Payroll for Windows and ADP Reportsmith

Thank you in advance for taking the time to read my cover letter and to review my resume.

Sincerely,

Briar Simonis

Example #5

Example of Payroll Administrator Cover Letter

752 Moriah Trail
West Dino, NC 90011-9116
Dear Morgan Oberbrunner,

I am excited to be applying for the position of payroll administrator. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for payroll advise as required to employees and team leaders and manage payroll related queries including superannuation, allowances, incorrect pay amounts and if applicable car lease deductions queries.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

  • Chris21 system expert
  • A good understanding of payroll processes
  • Good numerical and Excel expertise
  • Processes work to a high standard by following appropriate procedures in a methodical and systematic way, monitoring and reviewing own tasks and making appropriate checks
  • Perseveres with tasks until completion, sets high standards and is willing to go beyond job responsibilities
  • Ensures effective communication and keeps others informed
  • Looks for ways to help, support and listens to colleagues
  • Is flexible in response to changing work demands and can manage a number of tasks at the same time

I really appreciate you taking the time to review my application for the position of payroll administrator.

Sincerely,

Corey Jacobson

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