Payroll Assistant

A growing organization!; Wanaque (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Great organization! in the United States seeks a Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing, maintain employee records, and support accounting functions in a fast-paced setting.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of payroll experience, be proficient with ADP Workforce Now or similar HRIS, and possess strong Excel and Word skills, along with excellent communication and the ability to handle confidential information.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of payroll processing experience.
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now or similar HRIS/payroll platforms.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and on schedule, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.
• Maintain and verify employee time records, worked hours, PTO, and payroll adjustments.
• Perform payroll data entry, reconciliation, and reporting.
• Collaborate with Human Resources and Accounting to ensure accurate employee and payroll records.
• Generate payroll, management, and ad hoc reports as needed.
• Support general accounting and administrative functions.
• Assist with maintaining employee records and ensuring compliance with internal policies and requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Independent work

Multitasking

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

** Payroll Specialist**

We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing and support a variety of accounting and administrative functions. This role is responsible for ensuring timely and accurate payroll, maintaining employee records, and collaborating with internal teams to support payroll and financial operations.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.

** Key Responsibilities**

• Process payroll accurately and on schedule, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Maintain and verify employee time records, worked hours, paid time off (PTO), and payroll adjustments.
• Perform payroll data entry, reconciliation, and reporting.
• Collaborate with Human Resources and Accounting to ensure accurate employee and payroll records.
• Generate payroll, management, and ad hoc reports as needed.
• Support general accounting and administrative functions.
• Assist with maintaining employee records and ensuring compliance with internal policies and applicable requirements.

** Qualifications**

• 2+ years of payroll processing experience.
• Experience with payroll systems such as ADP Workforce Now or similar HRIS/payroll platforms.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to handle confidential information.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Company Description

Great organization!

Company Description

Great organization!