Payroll Specialist

Atlantic Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Atlantic Group has partnered with a large facilities management firm based in Long Island City, NY. They have an immediate need for a Payroll Specialist to join their team. This position is a full-time contract role with the potential to become permanent based on performance.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support weekly payroll processing for 3,000+ employees. Responsibilities include maintaining payroll records, handling changes, wage garnishments, and payroll

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of payroll or HR experience.
• Workday experience and Excel skills required.
• Knowledge of wage garnishments and applicable payroll regulations.
• Strong data entry, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with weekly payroll processing and maintain accurate employee payroll records in the HRIS system.
• Process and audit new hires, terminations, salary changes, deductions, and other employee status updates.
• Manage wage garnishments, child support orders, and levies in compliance with regulations.
• Prepare Excel spreadsheets, payroll reports, and audit documentation.
• Respond to employee and vendor inquiries regarding payroll, deductions, and pay statements.
• Process direct deposits and employment, unemployment, and mortgage verification requests.
• Assist with payroll audits, special projects, and compliance requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data entry

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Tools

Workday

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Atlantic Group has partnered with a large facilities management firm based in Long Island City, NY. They have an immediate need for a Payroll Specialist to join their team. This position is a full-time contract role with the potential to become permanent based on performance.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support weekly payroll processing for 3,000+ employees. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate payroll records, processing employee changes, managing wage garnishments, and responding to payroll-related inquiries while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.

Hours:

Monday-Friday. 8am-5pm or 9am-6pm.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with weekly payroll processing and maintain accurate employee payroll records in the HRIS system.
• Process and audit new hires, terminations, salary changes, deductions, and other employee status updates.
• Manage wage garnishments, child support orders, and levies in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Prepare Excel spreadsheets, payroll reports, and audit documentation.
• Respond to employee and vendor inquiries regarding payroll, deductions, and pay statements.
• Process direct deposits and employment, unemployment, and mortgage verification requests.
• Assist with payroll audits, special projects, and compliance requirements.

Qualifications and Competencies:

• High school diploma or GED required; college degree preferred.
• 2–5 years of payroll or HR experience required.
• Workday experience and Microsoft Excel skills required.
• Knowledge of wage garnishments and applicable payroll regulations.
• Strong data entry, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to handle confidential information.
• Spanish bilingual skills are a plus.

Note: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 3 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, we will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.