Payroll Specialist: Precision & Compliance

Beacon Hill; New York (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

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

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.