Payroll Specialist

Wurth Group of North America Inc.; Ramsey (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

A leading automotive distribution company is seeking a Payroll Administrator based in Ramsey, NJ. The role involves timely payroll processing, compliance with regulations, and supporting the finance team. Candidates should have an associate's degree and advanced Excel skills, with experience in multi-state payroll processes. Join a dynamic team that values diversity and offers growth opportunities. Apply today to take the next step in your career!

Qualifications

• Practical experience in multi-state payroll process.
• Experience with payroll procedures for multi-state and government.
• General accounting knowledge and experience.

Responsibilities

• Timely and accurate administration of payroll functions.
• Complex computation of bonus payouts for the salesforce.
• Ensure company compliance with payroll legislation.

Skills

Advanced experience in Microsoft Excel

Organizational skills in task and time management

Strong analytical, accounting and math skills

Ability to keep the integrity of confidential information

Experience with state termination regulations

Education

Associate’s degree in finance or accounting

Tools

SAP

UKG

ADP

Job description

Job Summary

Würth USA – We are a leading automotive distribution company, delivering high-quality parts, cutting‑edge technology, and innovation to the industry. As an official sponsor of NASCAR races, we thrive on speed, precision, and performance. If you’re ready to accelerate your career—apply today!

Location: Wurth USA - 93 Grant St, Ramsey, NJ 07446

Hours: 8:00am – 5:00pm ET, Monday–Friday

Compensation: $70k – $75k Based on Experience

Key Responsibilities

• Timely and accurate administration of all payroll functions including processing and filing with various tax agencies.
• Complex computation of bonus payouts for the salesforce.
• Processing of payroll journal entry postings.
• Calculating employee final paychecks while adhering to state mandated timelines.
• Perform account reconciliation for various accounts.
• Ensure company compliance with payroll legislation (Federal and state regulations).
• Lead special projects as assigned by the direct supervisor.
• Assist in various audit functions.
• Completing month-end, semi-annual, and year-end financial closing tasks.
• Adherence to company and legislated confidentially and privacy regulations.
• File Payroll and Personnel documents.
• Calculation, entry, and submission of all year-end adjustments for W2s and filing with various tax agencies.
• Maintaining the accuracy of the Concur Program by continually updating the system with new hires, terminations, and employee changes.
• Timely Processing of Internal and Sales out-of-pocket expenses through the Concur Program.
• Assisting the Sales Force with issues related to the Concur Travel Program.
• Working with HR to track employee time off accrued, used, and remaining balances.
• Support the finance team with day‑to‑day financial tasks.

What You Will Bring

• Associate’s degree in finance or accounting (minimum requirement)
• Advanced experience in Microsoft Excel
• Practical experience in multi‑state payroll process
• Familiar with and skilled in using multiple complex systems: SAP, UKG, ADP
• Organizational skills in task and time management
• Ability to manage large volume of work
• Ability to manage reasonable conflicting deadlines with sense of urgency
• Ability to keep the integrity of confidential information
• Experience with state termination regulations
• Experience with payroll procedures for multi‑state and government
• General accounting knowledge and experience
• Strong analytical, accounting and math skills
• Work with an exciting automotive brand that sponsors NASCAR races.
• Opportunities for growth and career advancement within the company.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Würth USA is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.