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Payroll Support Representative

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Norfolk, VAJob$18.56–34.66/hrSeen 3w agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$18.56–34.66/hr
Location
Norfolk, VA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Payroll Support Representative provides client-facing support to payroll administrators, answering questions about payroll processing, payroll technology, tax considerations, and related HR and benefits topics. The role supports assigned clients through inbound phone service, researches and troubleshoots issues, and coordinates with internal teams and third-party vendors. It typically serves smaller or less complex clients and may involve occasional extended hours during peak seasons.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Payroll Processing, requiredPayroll Tax Knowledge, requiredWage and Hour Laws, requiredWFN, requiredPR Module, requiredHR Module, requiredTA Module, requiredWage Garnishments, requiredTax Registration, requiredTotal Tax Plus, requiredADP Reporting, requiredGLI, requiredSharePoint, requiredAutoPay Mainframe, requiredLUMIN, requiredPayroll Skills, nice to haveVerbal Communication, nice to haveWritten Communication, nice to haveProblem Analysis, nice to haveProblem Resolution, nice to haveCustomer Service, nice to haveOrganization, nice to haveProcess Documentation, nice to haveResearch, nice to haveMS Office, nice to haveMicrosoft Word, nice to haveMicrosoft Excel, nice to havePC Proficiency, nice to have

Qualifications

FPC Completion, nice to have2 Years Payroll Processing, required

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

ADP is hiring a Payroll Support Representative -- Level I. The Payroll Support Representative supports Major Accounts Comprehensive Services Client users on WFN, PayX, ezLM, Portal, HRB and related applications by providing guidance and research in response to a wide variety of questions and issues presented by Client Payroll Administrators. The person in this role will use multiple tools and research resources in order to develop an accurate and comprehensive response to a wide range of inquiries regarding payroll practices and tax considerations, taking into account the differences across states and localities. Due to the nature of the Comprehensive Services business, the person in this role will also interface with multiple ADP service organizations as well as third party vendors that provide services to our Clients. To support a unified Client experience, they will also have familiarity with common HR questions and will access systems in other service organizations and other knowledge bases. This person also works closely with the Comprehensive Services Relationship Manager to address Client requests for guidance and best practices. The Payroll Support Representative will also be assigned to a specific group of Clients for the purpose of providing proactive updates and information.

  • Client Facing with Assigned Non-Comp Payroll Client Base

  • Works in an inbound phone support model

  • Provides WFN/AutoPay Payroll Technology Support

  • Supports General PR, HR - Benefit Questions

  • Supports Payroll Processing Questions and Issues

  • Conducts Initial Issue Troubleshooting

  • Works with internal teams to resolve complex issues

At ADP we are driven by your success. We engage your unique talents and perspectives. We welcome your ideas on how to do things differently and better. In your efforts to achieve, learn and grow, we support you all the way. If success motivates you, you belong at ADP.

We strive for every interaction to be driven by our CORE values: Insightful Expertise, Integrity is Everything, Service Excellence, Inspiring Innovation, Each Person Counts, Results-Driven, - Social Responsibility.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Respond to questions from Clients regarding the use of the WFN, PayX, ezLM, Portal, and HRB applications. Provides application/navigation support.

  • Assist Clients with Client data maintenance, setup, configuration changes in AutoPay Mainframe, WFN, ezLM, HRB and the Portal and coordinates with all functional areas (e.g. PTO, Special Calcs, Time and Attendance schedule, 401k, etc.) as needed.

  • Performs new feature setup requests (e.g. Group Term Life, HSA, direct deposit calcs, special calcs, Benefit Accruals, Multi-J, split wraps, add'l locations, etc.).

  • Assists and supports Clients with Payroll processing questions and issues.

  • Use on-line tools and other resources to research and respond to Client inquiries requiring guidance on how to address a wide variety of payroll, pay practice and payroll tax questions and situations.

  • Collaborates with internal Clients/Partners (401k, FSA, Tax, etc.) and/or third party vendors involved in providing services to identify and resolve issues and ensure that these services meet Client expectations.

  • Escalates Client issues to SSS, Tech Services, Project Services, Connections Team, Carriers, Development or other 3rd parties as appropriate. Communicates status and resolution to Client.

Completes complex projects including:

  1. Calculation updates, special reports, tax amendments, company setup, troubleshooting

  2. PTO, OT, Double Time, etc. researches historical data for adjustments needed

  3. Researches Benefit Accruals recalculates and imports corrections.

  • Assists Client with tax changes for understanding, conducts research and follow-ups as needed.

  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

  • Occasional extended hours during peak seasons. May work 5 - 10 hours of OT 6 - 8 weeks of the year.

Functional Responsibility:

  • Provides WFN/AutoPay Payroll Technology Support

  • Supports General PR, HR - Benefit Questions

  • Supports Payroll Processing Questions and Issues

Typical Assignments:

  • Typically will focus on smaller and/or less complex clients.

  • Complexity may be measured by one or more of the following: # of employee, structure of client's PR Department, utilization of PR functionality, complexity of PR configuration, unique workflows, etc.

Decision Making/Judgment:

  • Decisions made are based on established processes and procedures. Exceptions are referred to manager or senior team members

Contact (Internal - External):

  • Internal : work with other ADP Teams for escalations, issue resolution and collaboration with other service areas and collaboration with other service areas

  • External: ADP Client Contact

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Education:

  • Bachelors Preferred. Completion of FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification).

Experience:

Minimum 2 years of payroll processing experience. Basic knowledge of payroll tax deposit, filings, principles and wage and hour laws.

Expected to achieve a working knowledge of the following applications:

  • WFN ( Portal)

  • PR Module, HR Module, TA Module

  • Wage Garnishments

  • Tax Registration

  • Total Tax Plus

  • ADP Reporting

  • GLI

ADP Tools

  • SharePoint

  • AutoPay Mainframe

  • LUMIN

  • All internal tools to support the offering

Exposure to additional offerings:

  • Comp Benefits, Comp HR

  • COBRA

  • FSA

  • 401k

Preference will be given to candidates who have the following:

  • High-level payroll knowledge including payroll skills for processing Client payrolls. Accuracy and dependability important since errors or omissions can directly impact Client associate paychecks, and errors in reporting can also lead to penalty and interest payments for ADP.

  • Basic knowledge of payroll tax principles and wage and hour laws.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Ability to analyze and resolve problems through effective customer interface and communication.

  • Must be able to work under time constraints to ensure that deadlines are met.

  • Excellent Professional Customer Service Skills.

  • Strong Organizational Skills.

  • Strong Process and documentation skills.

  • Strong Research Skills.

  • Proficient in MS Office applications, especially Word and Excel Proficiency in using PC

Base salary offers for this position may vary based on factors such as location, skills, and relevant experience. Some positions may include additional compensation in the form of bonus, equity or commissions. We offer the following benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Matched Retirement Savings, Wellness Program, Short-and Long-Term Disability, Charitable Contribution Match, Holidays, Personal Days & Vacation, Paid Volunteer Time Off, and more. The compensation for this role is USD $18.56 - USD $34.66 / Hour*

*Actual compensation will not be less than the applicable minimum wage or minimum exempt salary requirement under federal, state and local laws.

A little about ADP: We are a comprehensive global provider of cloud-based human capital management (HCM) solutions that unite HR, payroll, talent, time, tax and benefits administration and a leader in business outsourcing services, analytics, and compliance expertise. We believe our people make all the difference in cultivating a down-to-earth culture that embraces our core values, welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging. We've received recognition for our work by many esteemed organizations, learn more at ADP Awards and Recognition (https://www.adp.com/about-adp/awards-and-recognition.aspx) .

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at ADP: ADP is committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace, and is further committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of any protected characteristic including: race, color, genetic information, creed, national origin, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lawful alien status, ancestry, age, marital status, protected veteran status or disability. Hiring decisions are based upon ADP’s operating needs, and applicant merit including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, ability, availability, cooperation, and job performance.

Ethics at ADP: ADP has a long, proud history of conducting business with the highest ethical standards and full compliance with all applicable laws. We also expect our people to uphold our values with the highest level of integrity and behave in a manner that fosters an honest and respectful workplace. Click https://jobs.adp.com/life-at-adp/ to learn more about ADP’s culture and our full set of values.

How this job compares

Set against the 2,130 open Customer Support jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 14, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$18.56–34.66/hr
  • US median$23–34/hr607 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $26.61/hr, is 7% below the US median midpoint ($29/hr) — in the middle half of Customer Support hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 45 open Customer Support jobs in Virginia and 2,130 across the US. 14% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Virginia
Experience
This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience; Customer Support postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years at the median (1,453 postings).
Education
219 of the 2,130 open Customer Support jobs (10%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 14, 2026. Figures based on too few postings are left out.

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