Payroll Specialist (Contract-to-Perm) for 3,000+ employees

Atlantic Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Atlantic Group, partnering with a large facilities management firm in Long Island City, NY, seeks a Payroll Specialist for a full-time contract role with potential conversion to permanent based on performance.

You will support weekly payroll processing for 3,000+ employees, maintain accurate payroll records, and handle changes, garnishments, and pay inquiries while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations. Bilingual Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of payroll or HR experience required.
• Experience with Workday and ADP is required.
• Knowledge of wage garnishments and payroll regulations.
• Strong data entry, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Spanish bilingual skills are a plus.

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.

Skills

Data entry

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Confidential information handling

Spanish bilingual

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Workday

ADP

Job description

The Atlantic Group, partnering with a large facilities management firm in Long Island City, NY, seeks a Payroll Specialist for a full-time contract role with potential conversion to permanent based on performance.

You will support weekly payroll processing for 3,000+ employees, maintain accurate payroll records, and handle changes, garnishments, and pay inquiries while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations. Bilingual Spanish is a plus.