Payroll Specialist

Beacon Hill

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 48,000 - 62,000

Full time

30 hours ago
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Job summary

Beacon Hill in New York, NY is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join a growing organization. The role focuses on processing payroll accurately and on time, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with payroll regulations and company policies.

You will work with ADP, Paychex, UKG, Workday, or similar systems to support the payroll process. Ideal candidates have 2+ years of payroll experience, strong Excel skills, and a solid understanding of payroll laws and compliance.

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of payroll experience.
  • Experience with payroll systems such as ADP, Paychex, UKG, Workday, or similar.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Knowledge of payroll laws, taxes, and compliance requirements.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

  • Process weekly, biweekly, or semimonthly payroll for employees.
  • Maintain and update employee payroll records.
  • Review timesheets and payroll data for accuracy.
  • Handle payroll deductions, garnishments, and tax withholdings.
  • Respond to employee payroll-related questions.
  • Assist with payroll reporting, audits, and compliance requirements.

Skills

Payroll experience
Excel proficiency
Attention to detail
Payroll laws & compliance
Communication skills
Organizational skills

Tools

ADP
Paychex
UKG
Workday

Job description

Payroll Specialist (F7749008TNM) New York, New York

Salary: USD35 - USD45 per hour

Beacon Hill is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join a growing organization. The ideal candidate will be responsible for processing payroll accurately and on time, maintaining payroll records, and ensuring compliance with payroll regulations and company policies.

Responsibilities:

  • Process weekly, biweekly, or semimonthly payroll for employees
  • Maintain and update employee payroll records
  • Review timesheets and payroll data for accuracy
  • Handle payroll deductions, garnishments, and tax withholdings
  • Respond to employee payroll-related questions
  • Assist with payroll reporting, audits, and compliance requirements

Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of payroll experience
  • Experience with payroll systems such as ADP, Paychex, UKG, Workday, or similar
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Knowledge of payroll laws, taxes, and compliance requirements
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills
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