Precision Payroll Specialist: Detail-Driven & Compliant

HSAD North America; Englewood Cliffs (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

HSAD North America is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our Human Resources team in the United States. The role manages day-to-day payroll, data accuracy, inquiries, and reporting while ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements.

You will work closely with HR and Finance to maintain accurate compensation data, deductions, and payroll records, handling changes and audits with a high level of confidentiality and service.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of hands-on payroll experience.
• Experience processing end-to-end payroll.
• Knowledge of wage and hour requirements and payroll taxation.
• Experience with payroll/HRIS platforms (UKG a plus).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to meet recurring deadlines and manage priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication; maintains confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and on schedule for exempt and non-exempt employees.
• Review payroll inputs prior to processing and validate timekeeping records.
• Process new hires, terminations, promotions, and salary changes.
• Review payroll previews and audits; coordinate approvals with HR/Finance.
• Maintain payroll records and assist with off-cycle payrolls.
• Perform regular payroll audits and reconcile payroll reports.
• Provide payroll support to employees and address inquiries.
• Maintain HRIS data and ensure consistency between HR and payroll systems.
• Support multi-state payroll administration and tax setup.
• Assist with year-end tasks including W-2 review.

Skills

Hands-on payroll experience

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Time management

HRIS knowledge

Wage & hour knowledge

Multi-state payroll

Tools

UKG (UKG Pro)

Job description

HSAD North America is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our Human Resources team in the United States. The role manages day-to-day payroll, data accuracy, inquiries, and reporting while ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements.

You will work closely with HR and Finance to maintain accurate compensation data, deductions, and payroll records, handling changes and audits with a high level of confidentiality and service.