Payroll Associate Cover Letter

Payroll Associate 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 Associate Cover Letter

48161 Yundt Branch
North Pat, VT 83527-4284
Dear Skyler Kassulke,

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the payroll associate position.

Previously, I was responsible for payroll clerical support to produce weekly payroll within specific time requirements including but not limited to processing third party sick leave, apprentice pay programs, special payroll groups and wage garnishments.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

  • Reviewing accurate pay for exempt team members in addition to bonus and commission payments
  • Manager payroll data such as garnishments, PTO, deductions and direct deposit information
  • New hires, leave of absence and manual check processing
  • Basic knowledge of tax equalization concept pay practices as they relate to international assignments
  • Assist with the verification of payroll output and review with Payroll Manager
  • Respond to employee inquiries and work closely with the HR call center
  • Assist with "pre-payroll" processing steps, such as data entry of employee change information, entry of new hire set up information, calculation and entry of pay rate changes, calculation and entry of terminated employee pay information, new or changed deduction information, set up or change information for direct deposits and entry of tax change information
  • Do routine office functions such as filing and records management, for audit requirements

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

Sincerely,

Frankie Raynor

Responsibilities for Payroll Associate Cover Letter

Payroll associate responsible for back-up support for Payroll Tax Manager - Responsible for timely tax set ups, W2C processing and wage adjustments.

Knowledge of US Payroll Taxes
Strong sense of confidentiality in both internal and external matters
Intermediate technical skills in Word and Excel
Good proficiency with MS Word, Excel and other computer programs
Understanding of US Federal and state specific employment tax rules
Payroll (Kronos)/Staffing experience preferred
Knowledge of payroll systems, applicable laws and taxes/accounting principles preferred
Hands-on experience to manage the payroll services thru a third party vendor

Payroll Associate Examples

Example #1

Example of Payroll Associate Cover Letter

71589 Dale Flat
Aaronfurt, RI 84167-5727
Dear Charlie Okuneva,

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the payroll associate position.

Previously, I was responsible for support on Payroll, Legal and Wage & Hour team projects; assists with researching wage claims; project work may be individual assignments or involve participation in multi-function committees.

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

  • Experience in garnishments and multi-state payroll, automated Time & attendance systems and interfaces, preferably in ADP
  • Strong working knowledge of multi-state payroll processing, policies and federal/state/local tax laws and basic account practices in relation to payroll/tax administration
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, and payroll systems and interfaces preferably ADP
  • Experience with Excel (Moderate level preferred)
  • Experience with the implementation of a new payroll system is preferred
  • Understanding of payroll regulatory requirements as they apply to ERP application is necessary
  • Proven track record of experience including researching and reconciling amendments with payroll vendor, balancing payroll ledgers, researching exception items and taking corrective action is desirable
  • Thorough and current experience with payroll processing across multi states, payroll process and procedure, and payroll laws, regulations and standards is essential

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

Sincerely,

Armani Wyman

Example #2

Example of Payroll Associate Cover Letter

7836 Larkin Forks
South Laurenaberg, AR 63889-8590
Dear Armani Brekke,

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for support as needed for month-end journal entries for wage, bonus, stock, and other payroll related transactions.

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:

  • Have excellence knowledge about Social Benefit Program in Indonesia (BPJS Kesehatan and BPJS Ketenagakerjaan)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Applications, especially Microsoft Excel
  • Proficient in Payroll and statutory applications
  • Able to work under minimum supervision and under pressure
  • Have excellence communication skill in English & Bahasa (Spoken & Written)
  • Computer literate, flexible and willing to learn
  • Proficient in MS applications Excel and Outlook
  • Experience with LOA's and Garnishment is desirable

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

Sincerely,

Dakota Witting

Example #3

Example of Payroll Associate Cover Letter

1287 Merle Brook
West Majorland, PA 39247-3853
Dear Onyx Heller,

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for advice and support on all payroll related matters, including legislative changes relating to payroll and taxes and ensure any changes are implemented with our external payroll provider.

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:

  • Have good knowledge of Individual Income Tax in Indonesia
  • Have good knoledge of social benefit (BPJS Kesehatan & BPJS Ketenagakerjaan)
  • Skillfull in using microsoft excel program
  • Conversant with prevailing labor law and related obligations will be an advantage
  • Have good communication skill in Bahasa & English (Written & Spoken)
  • Able to work under pressure and under minimum supervision
  • Knowledge of federal, state, local tax laws and withholding rules
  • Multi-state /multi-jurisdiction taxation experience

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

Sincerely,

Parker Johnston

Example #4

Example of Payroll Associate Cover Letter

6868 Kennith Underpass
Runteport, NM 75517-5789
Dear Peyton Spencer,

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for technical subject matter expertise and related support to the Payroll Taxes and Funding team to ensure accurate and timely processing of Payroll Taxes and Funding transactions.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

  • Proficient in all Microsoft Office tools, preferably MS Excel application
  • Working with a complex General Ledger system
  • Prefer prior payroll processing experience
  • Fluency in written and spoken French is desirable
  • Highly motivated and proactive individual, eager to take personal ownership for the administration of payroll operations and accounting
  • Detail-focused approach to ensure that all payroll is performed to the highest level of accuracy and to ensure that all control steps within the payroll process are rigorously adhered to
  • Familiarity with ADP, Workday or other payroll processing systems
  • Knowledge of Human Resource and administrative policies and procedures

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

Tatum Champlin

Example #5

Example of Payroll Associate Cover Letter

125 Bianca Station
Strosintown, AK 65672-8253
Dear Hayden Hahn,

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for support to the Payroll Department by assisting with processing bi-weekly, multi-state payroll, and maintaining payroll database and payroll-related records.

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

  • Work under general supervision of Payroll management and perform all duties of Associate Accountant Payroll I and Associate Accountant Payroll II
  • Balance and control earnings and deduction totals, inspect automated system output such as registers and standard reports, determine and correct out-of-balance conditions, prepare and file tax reports, gather payroll data for inclusion of financial statements, research and prepare special reports for management and process garnishments and levies
  • Experience in the Accounting Field
  • Working knowledge of payroll administration
  • Dedicated to the success of the team and driven to learn and stay current professionally
  • Highly organized and experienced at multi-tasking
  • Experience of APAC Payroll processes
  • Positive and pro-active approach to work, able to work on own initiative

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

Sincerely,

Ryan Jacobson

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