Payroll Specialist

ACCA Careers; East Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ACCA Careers in New Jersey seeks a Payroll Specialist to support our finance team. You will manage weekly and biweekly payrolls for four entities, maintain records for hires, terminations, rate changes, tax updates, garnishments, deductions, and direct deposits.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of payroll experience and are proficient with QuickBooks/CHS and MS Excel; UKG experience is a plus. Strong attention to detail and communication with vendors and staff are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in payroll processing.
• Proficiency in accounting and payroll software (e.g., QuickBooks, CHS) and MS Excel, UKG experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication skills for working with vendors, employees, and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly and biweekly payrolls for four organizational entities.
• Maintain accurate payroll records including new hires, terminations, rate changes, tax updates, garnishments, deductions, and direct deposits.
• Review and validate timekeeping data across multiple systems, ensuring alignment with state and federal labor laws.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred

Tools

QuickBooks

CHS

MS Excel

UKG

Job description

Position Summary

The Payroll Specialist is a vital member of our finance team, responsible for delivering accuracy and excellence in both accounts payable and payroll operations.

In this high-impact role, you will manage critical financial processes that keep our organization running smoothly.

This position collaborates with multiple departments to ensure seamless financial operations, supports ongoing enhancements to accounts payable and payroll procedures, and consistently maintains rigorous standards for compliance and accuracy.

We foster a dynamic, growth-focused environment grounded in our core values of joyful excellence, heartfelt devotion, and authentic commitment. Join us to make a meaningful impact, advance your career, and thrive in an organization that truly values your skills and shares your dedication.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Processing & Administration

• Process weekly and biweekly payrolls for four organizational entities.
• Maintain accurate payroll records including new hires, terminations, rate changes, tax updates, garnishments, deductions, and direct deposits.
• Review and validate timekeeping data across multiple systems, ensuring alignment with state and federal labor laws.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in payroll processing.
• Proficiency in accounting and payroll software (e.g., QuickBooks, CHS) and MS Excel, UKG experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication skills for working with vendors, employees, and internal teams.

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Solid understanding of accounting and payroll principles.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and consistently meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.