Payroll Coordinator

Ascendo Resources; Robbinsville Township (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascendo Resources is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Coordinator for a temp-to-permanent opportunity in New Jersey. This role manages the full payroll cycle with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, confidentiality and compliance.

You will independently process payroll, review timesheets and deductions, and address payroll inquiries while collaborating with Finance and HR. Proficiency with Paycom, ADP, UKG or Paychex and strong Excel skills are required.

Qualifications

• Experience independently processing payroll.
• Knowledge of payroll taxes, deductions, and wage regulations.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Independently process payroll from start to finish.
• Manage multiple payroll cycles and ensure timely processing.
• Review timesheets, employee records, wages, deductions, and adjustments.
• Calculate wages, overtime, bonuses, deductions, and payroll withholdings.
• Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and employee information.
• Assist with payroll reconciliations and related accounting activities.
• Respond to employee payroll questions confidentially.
• Support payroll audits and compliance requirements.
• Partner with Finance and HR on payroll-related matters.
• Assist with additional accounting and administrative projects as needed.

Skills

Independent payroll processing

Excel proficiency

Confidential data handling

Payroll tax understanding

Communication skills

Tools

Paycom

ADP

UKG

Paychex

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Coordinator for a temp-to-permanent opportunity. This position is ideal for a payroll professional who has experience independently processing payroll and is looking to continue building their career within a professional Finance environment.

The Payroll Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the full payroll cycle while ensuring accuracy, timeliness, confidentiality, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently process payroll from start to finish.
• Manage multiple payroll cycles and ensure accurate, timely processing.
• Review timesheets, employee records, wages, deductions, and payroll adjustments.
• Calculate wages, overtime, bonuses, deductions, and applicable tax withholdings.
• Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and employee information.
• Assist with payroll reconciliations and related accounting activities.
• Respond to employee payroll questions professionally and confidentially.
• Support payroll audits and compliance requirements.
• Partner with Finance and HR on payroll-related matters.
• Assist with additional accounting and administrative projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous experience independently processing payroll is required.
• Experience with Paycom, ADP, UKG, Paychex, or similar payroll systems.
• Understanding of payroll taxes, deductions, wage regulations, and payroll best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Ascendo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.