Payroll Accuracy & Support Specialist

Surprise Insights; New York (NY); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health coverage

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

A leading human resources firm in New York is seeking a Payroll Assistant to support the processing and accuracy of payroll records. Responsibilities include processing timesheets, assisting with payroll calculations, reviewing payroll entries, and maintaining records. Ideal candidates will have strong Excel skills, attention to detail, and prior experience in admin or HR. The position offers full-time employment with potential overtime and benefits, including paid time off and health coverage.

Qualifications

• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with payroll systems/software.
• High accuracy and attention to detail.
• Understanding of basic payroll principles (wages, deductions, taxes).
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Prior admin or HR support experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process employee timesheets, work hours, and attendance data.
• Assist with payroll calculations, adjustments, and compliance checks.
• Review payroll entries for errors, discrepancies, and missing information.
• Maintain payroll records, documentation, and employee files.
• Support payroll reporting for audits, finance teams, and management.
• Respond to employee payroll-related questions professionally.

Skills

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Payroll systems/software

Job description

A leading human resources firm in New York is seeking a Payroll Assistant to support the processing and accuracy of payroll records. Responsibilities include processing timesheets, assisting with payroll calculations, reviewing payroll entries, and maintaining records. Ideal candidates will have strong Excel skills, attention to detail, and prior experience in admin or HR. The position offers full-time employment with potential overtime and benefits, including paid time off and health coverage.