Multi-State Payroll Specialist (ADP) – Temp-to-Hire

Vaco by Highspring; Somerville (NJ); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco by Highspring is seeking a Payroll Specialist on a temp-to-hire basis in Somerville, NJ. The role manages full payroll for ~250 employees across NJ, NY, and PA, with emphasis on accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of hands-on payroll experience, strong ADP and Excel skills, and thorough knowledge of payroll taxes, deductions, benefits, and wage calculations. Collaboration with HR, Accounting, and other departments is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of hands-on payroll experience in a multi-state environment.
• Strong experience with ADP and Excel.
• Solid knowledge of payroll taxes, deductions, benefits, and wage calculations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive data.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process semi-monthly payroll for ~250 employees in NJ, NY, PA via ADP.
• Manage employee status changes and accurate payroll records.
• Perform payroll taxes, W-2 processing, and related reporting.
• Generate payroll and workforce reports for management and HR.
• Assist with year-end payroll processes and internal controls.

Skills

Payroll processing

ADP

Excel

Data confidentiality

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

HRIS

Job description

Vaco by Highspring is seeking a Payroll Specialist on a temp-to-hire basis in Somerville, NJ. The role manages full payroll for ~250 employees across NJ, NY, and PA, with emphasis on accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of hands-on payroll experience, strong ADP and Excel skills, and thorough knowledge of payroll taxes, deductions, benefits, and wage calculations. Collaboration with HR, Accounting, and other departments is essential.