CNA (NYSE: CNA) is a leading commercial property and casualty insurance company serving the global business community.
Payroll Administrator
Location
Connecticut + 2 moreAll locations: Connecticut | Massachusetts | Rhode Island
Posted
36 days ago
Salary
$30 - $34 / hour
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Payroll Administrator
CNA Insurance
• Working collaboratively with team members, process bi-weekly/weekly/monthly payroll accurately and on time for all employees • Administer payroll changes including new hires, terminations, promotions, bonuses, deductions, and garnishments • Ensure ongoing compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour regulations • Reconcile payroll reports, identify discrepancies, and implement corrective actions • Coordinate payroll tax filings, year-end processing (W-2s), audits, and vendor relationships • Serve as a subject-matter resource for payroll-related employee inquiries and issue resolution • Maintain and audit employee records within HRIS systems to ensure accuracy and compliance • Lead onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring timely completion of documentation and system updates • Work with benefits team members for questions surrounding employee benefits programs, and deductions • Manage background checks, employment verifications, and I-9 compliance
Job Requirements
- 3–6 years of progressive payroll administration
- Strong working knowledge of payroll systems, HRIS platforms, and timekeeping systems
- Demonstrated understanding of employment laws, payroll regulations, and compliance requirements
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision
- High level of discretion when handling confidential information
- Payroll certification (CPP, FPC) or HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) preferred
- Experience processing multi-state payroll
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Retirement plans
- Paid time off
- Flexible work arrangements
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