Payroll Specialist

Beacon Hill; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Hill is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join a growing organization in New York. You will process weekly or biweekly payroll, maintain records, and ensure compliance with payroll regulations and company policies.

Responsibilities include reviewing timesheets, handling deductions and withholdings, and responding to employee payroll questions while supporting audits and reporting. Strong attention to detail and proficiency in Excel are required.

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

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Tools

ADP

Paychex

UKG

Workday

Job description

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

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Company Profile: Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement. Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs. Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com.

Benefits Information

• Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.