Payroll Coordinator

CPA Recruiter Online; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading payroll services firm in Princeton is seeking an experienced payroll professional. The role requires proficiency in ADP, with at least 5 years of payroll experience and a strong understanding of accounting practices. Responsibilities include processing payroll, auditing records, and preparing various payroll reports. Candidates should be analytical, communicate effectively, and manage multi-state payroll operations. The firm champions confidentiality and compliance with EEO guidelines.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of payroll experience, preferably with multi-state exposure.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (Pivots Tables and Vlookups) is required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of payroll and accounting practices and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll using ADP and time and attendance system.
• Assist in auditing payroll records for compliance.
• Prepare bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual payroll reports.

Skills

Payroll processing

Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, Vlookups)

Time and Attendance System

Analytical skills

Customer service skills

Education

College degree

Tools

ADP

Job description

Responsibilities

• Process payroll using ADP and the time and attendance system including adjustments for multiple locations with multiple company codes
• Assist in all payroll processing and related activities
• Update employee database master file information in a timely and accurate manner
• Accumulate payroll time / wages for exempt and non-exempt employees in a timely and accurate manner
• Assist in auditing payroll records to ensure compliance with applicable state and federal wage and hour laws, payroll tax, etc. (including annual W-2 reporting to employees)
• Audit ADP and time and attendance system database reports for each payroll cycle
• Attend ADP and time and attendance system enterprise training sessions
• Provide excellent customer service to all stakeholders while researching and solving any direct payroll related questions, issues and requests in a timely manner
• Assist in preparation of bi-weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual reports (gross payroll, hours worked, tax deductions, etc.) for management as requested, as required by government agencies or as deemed appropriate
• Assist in the maintenance of comprehensive garnishment system and handle any special circumstances
• Assist in preparation and transmission of 401(k) batch processing for multiple divisions

Qualifications

Requirements:

• College degree preferred but required
• Minimum 5 years of payroll experience is required; multi-state exposure is a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (Pivots Tables and Vlookups), Time and Attendance System, and automated payroll processing service (ADP is a MUST)
• Analytical and hands on
• Ability to understand key drives behind the numbers and the impact on business processes
• Demonstrated knowledge of payroll and accounting practices and procedures

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.