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HR/Payroll Specialist

Yonkers, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 80000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an HR/Payroll Specialist to support day-to-day human resources and payroll operations for a workforce of more than 200 employees in Yonkers, New York. This position is well suited for an organized individual who can balance recruiting, onboarding, compliance, payroll administration, and employee support in a busy environment. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage confidential information with care while helping maintain accurate HR processes. Responsibilities: • Lead hiring support activities by reviewing applicants, coordinating candidate screening, and helping fill open positions efficiently • Guide new hires through pre-employment and onboarding steps, ensuring required documentation is completed accurately and on time • Maintain employee and applicant records within HR and payroll systems, keeping data current, organized, and audit-ready • Process payroll and benefits-related activities with close attention to accuracy, timeliness, and policy compliance • Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports to support workforce tracking, HR administration, and management decision-making • Assist with employee relations and labor-related matters while handling sensitive information appropriately and discreetly • Support compliance with applicable state and federal employment requirements and maintain documentation for regulatory reviews • Oversee specialized transportation-related compliance activities, including Article 19-A and school bus driver instruction requirements when applicable
2026-04-27T00:00:00Z

HR/Payroll Specialist

Saint Louis, MO
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are seeking an experienced HR/Payroll Administrator to join an established organization in the Greater St. Louis Metro area. This role plays a key part in supporting the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, benefits administration, employee relations, compliance, and HR operations, while also overseeing full‑cycle payroll processing. The ideal candidate is an organized, people‑focused professional with strong HR expertise, a solid understanding of payroll processes, and the ability to partner effectively with employees and leadership. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Oversee and process weekly payroll for contract, commissioned, and salaried employees, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution. </li><li>Serve as a primary point of contact for employee questions related to payroll, benefits, policies, and HR processes, providing clear and supportive guidance. </li><li>Manage and maintain accurate employee records, including new hires, terminations, status changes, compensation updates, and benefit elections. </li><li>Coordinate and support new hire onboarding and orientation, ensuring a smooth and compliant employee experience. </li><li> Administer benefits programs, including enrollments, changes, deductions, and coordination with vendors. </li><li> Ensure accurate timesheet collection, review, and approval in alignment with company policies and labor regulations. </li><li>Conduct regular audits of payroll, benefits, and HR data to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. </li><li>Prepare payroll, HR, and compliance reports for management and leadership as needed. </li><li>Track and support performance evaluation processes and employee documentation. </li><li>Partner with leadership to support HR initiatives, compliance efforts, and process improvements. </li></ul>
2026-04-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll/ HR Specialist

Boca Raton, FL
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll/ HR Specialist to support payroll operations and human resources administration for a dynamic aviation organization in Boca Raton, Florida. This position manages payroll for a multi-state employee population while helping maintain compliant, efficient HR processes across onboarding, benefits, and employee records. The ideal candidate brings strong Paylocity expertise, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-moving environment supporting a dispersed workforce. Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end biweekly payroll for approximately 145 permanent employees, ensuring timely and accurate processing across multiple states. • Enter and maintain payroll information such as compensation updates, bonus payments, benefit deductions, garnishments, levies, and other adjustments with a high level of accuracy. • Oversee multi-state tax setup and payroll compliance requirements, including coordination of withholdings, filings, and related payroll obligations. • Review payroll registers, audit supporting reports, and investigate discrepancies to resolve issues before final submission. • Support adherence to federal, state, and local wage and hour regulations, including California payroll and labor requirements where applicable. • Coordinate onboarding activities for new permanent employees, including employment documentation, system entry, and orientation support. • Administer employee benefit programs and serve as a point of contact for questions related to medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other offerings. • Maintain organized and confidential employee records while supporting audits, internal reviews, and ongoing HR compliance efforts. • Partner with leadership and operations teams to address payroll and HR needs for a mobile workforce, including flight crews working across different jurisdictions.
2026-04-20T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Rochester, NY
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Temporary / Contract
24 - 28 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking a Payroll Specialist for a temp-to-hire opportunity. This role is responsible for supporting end-to-end payroll processing, maintaining payroll records, and ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage sensitive information with a high degree of confidentiality. Based on general knowledge. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process payroll for hourly, salaried, and/or multi-state employees in accordance with company policies and payroll deadlines. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Review timekeeping records, audit payroll data, and resolve discrepancies prior to payroll submission. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, compensation changes, deductions, and direct deposit updates. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Ensure accurate withholding for taxes, benefits, garnishments, and other payroll-related deductions. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Respond to employee and manager inquiries regarding pay, deductions, timekeeping, and payroll procedures. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Assist with payroll reconciliations, reporting, and payroll-related journal entries as needed. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end payroll activities, including preparation of payroll reports and audit support. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Partner with Human Resources, Finance, and other internal departments to ensure payroll data is complete and accurate. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Help maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local payroll regulations and internal controls. Based on general knowledge.</li></ul>
2026-04-21T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Whitmore Lake, MI
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Temporary / Contract
32 - 36 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a dedicated Payroll Specialist to join our team in Whitmore Lake, Michigan. In this long-term contract position, you will be responsible for managing accurate and timely payroll processing, with a particular focus on union and multi-state payroll operations. This is a critical onsite role in the manufacturing industry where your expertise in payroll systems and compliance will ensure smooth operations. Responsibilities: • Process multi-state payroll while ensuring compliance with varying tax regulations across jurisdictions. • Manage payroll for unionized employees, including skilled construction trade unions, and handle related reporting requirements. • Oversee payroll for employees working across multiple entities within the same workweek. • Perform full-cycle payroll processing, including manual data entry on a weekly basis. • Generate and submit certified payroll reports, such as prevailing wage and minority reporting. • Administer union fringe benefits, including monthly processing and support during annual audits. • Utilize advanced Excel skills and, preferably, Payroll 4 Construction (Foundation Accounting Software) for payroll management. • Collaborate with accounting and HR teams to address payroll-related issues and ensure compliance. • Maintain accurate records and documentation to support audits and reporting obligations.
2026-04-03T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Raleigh, NC
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Temporary to Hire
25 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our team in Raleigh, North Carolina. This position is a Contract to permanent opportunity in the social care/services industry, offering the chance to contribute to a dynamic and detail-oriented payroll environment. The ideal candidate will excel in managing payroll processes, ensuring compliance, and delivering exceptional customer service. Responsibilities: • Process full-cycle payroll for employees across multiple states, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. • Utilize advanced Excel functions, including V-Lookups, to analyze and manage payroll data effectively. • Conduct audits to ensure payroll compliance and identify discrepancies. • Prepare detailed reports on payroll activities and employee compensation. • Collaborate with internal teams to investigate and evaluate potential new states for payroll operations. • Handle payroll garnishments and other deductions with precision. • Provide excellent customer service to address payroll-related inquiries and concerns. • Work with UKG Pro software to manage payroll operations efficiently. • Maintain meticulous attention to detail in all payroll tasks to uphold accuracy. • Support the team in maintaining compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
2026-04-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Northbrook, IL
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Temporary / Contract
23 - 26 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team in Northbrook, Illinois. In this role, you will oversee payroll processing to ensure accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality while supporting employee inquiries related to compensation. This is a long-term contract position that offers an opportunity to contribute to smooth payroll operations and compliance with all relevant regulations. Responsibilities: • Verify employee timesheets to ensure accurate documentation of hours worked. • Enter payroll data into spreadsheets and databases with precision and attention to detail. • Manage direct deposit requests, update banking information, and ensure timely payment processing. • Process paper checks and ensure proper documentation and signatures are completed before distribution. • Adjust payroll for bonuses, raises, commissions, and other compensation changes with accurate calculations. • Handle wage garnishments, ensuring deductions comply with legal requirements. • Maintain payroll records, including tax withholdings, employee benefits, and garnishments, ensuring compliance. • Generate and deliver payroll reports for management and internal departments, supporting audits and accounting functions. • Address employee inquiries regarding payroll discrepancies, deductions, and related matters with professionalism. • Uphold confidentiality and compliance standards when managing sensitive payroll information.
2026-04-30T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Annandale, VA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
Our client in Annandale is seeking a talented payroll specialist to join their team
2026-04-24T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Kaukauna, WI
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 29 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support a high-volume payroll function for a paper and packaging operation in Wisconsin. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage end-to-end payroll activities with accuracy, consistency, and strong analytical support. The role focuses on hands-on payroll execution across a complex employee population with varied pay structures, schedules, and multi-state considerations. Responsibilities:• Process payroll from initial data review through final validation and completion for a large employee population.• Maintain payroll records by entering updates such as garnishments, adjustments, and retroactive pay changes with a high level of accuracy.• Review earnings, deductions, and taxes to ensure payroll calculations are correct from gross pay through net pay.• Perform reconciliations related to payroll check requests, audit supporting details, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.• Support payroll administration across multiple states, pay groups, and pay frequencies, including weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly cycles.• Handle payroll activity for both hourly and salaried employees, including union-covered populations where applicable.• Use Microsoft Excel to analyze payroll data, prepare reconciliations, and identify variances through tools such as VLOOKUP, SUMIF, and pivot tables.• Assist with special payroll payments, including bonus-related processing and supplemental tax treatment when needed.
2026-04-21T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Santa Maria, CA
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Temporary / Contract
21 - 25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Santa Maria, California. This role requires experience in data entry and auditing full-cycle payroll operations and handling multi-state payroll processes for a large workforce. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, efficient, and capable of working with ADP Workforce Now to ensure timely and accurate payroll execution. Responsibilities:• Process full-cycle payroll for employees, ensuring all calculations are accurate and completed on schedule.• Manage payroll operations across multiple states, adhering to local regulations and compliance requirements.• Utilize ADP Workforce Now to handle payroll processing, reporting, and employee data management.• Address payroll discrepancies and resolve issues promptly to maintain employee satisfaction.• Prepare and submit payroll reports to relevant departments and authorities as required.• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll laws and regulations to ensure compliance.• Collaborate with HR and finance teams to streamline payroll-related processes.• Ensure accurate documentation and record-keeping for all payroll activities.• Handle payroll for a workforce exceeding 500 employees with attention to detail and efficiency.• Provide support during audits and assist with payroll-related inquiries.
2026-04-30T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Sacramento, CA
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Temporary to Hire
32 - 34 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a machinery manufacturing company in Sacramento, California. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, onsite environment and brings strong experience managing complex payroll operations across multiple states. The role will support a high-volume employee population while partnering closely with HR, managers, and accounting to ensure payroll accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting. Responsibilities: • Manage biweekly and special payroll runs for a large multi-state workforce, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule. • Administer monthly payroll processing for an international employee group while maintaining consistency with established procedures. • Review timekeeping records, identify discrepancies, and work with department leaders to secure timely corrections. • Oversee payroll system updates and assist with adding new state tax setups to support business needs. • Monitor adherence to federal, state, and local payroll regulations and help maintain compliant payroll practices. • Perform detailed payroll audits, reconcile payroll-related reports, and investigate complex pay issues to resolution. • Track leave activity, benefit-related deductions, and manual payment requests such as final checks or payroll adjustments. • Prepare preliminary calculations for commissions, bonuses, and incentive payments based on company guidelines. • Support accounting operations through reconciliations, draft journal entries, management reporting, and maintenance of payroll documentation. • Partner with HR, employees, and leadership to answer payroll questions and provide responsive issue resolution.
2026-04-30T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Concord, CA
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Temporary / Contract
33.5 - 40.5 USD / Hourly
We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to manage and process salaried payroll for US employees. This role requires proficiency in Workday and advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs, to ensure accurate and timely bi-weekly payroll processing (on the 15th and 30th). The ideal candidate thrives in detail-oriented environments and possesses strong analytical and communication skills. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process bi-weekly payroll in Workday, ensuring payments on the 15th and 30th.</li><li>Maintain and update payroll records, employee allowances, benefits, and bonuses according to company policies.</li><li>Perform reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in payroll data.</li><li>Utilize intermediate Excel functions (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs) to analyze payroll data and generate custom reports for management and compliance purposes.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state/provincial, and local payroll regulations; stay updated on relevant changes.</li><li>Handle payroll adjustments, deductions, garnishments, and terminations efficiently.</li><li>Collaborate with HR and benefit teams on employee onboarding/offboarding and changes affecting payroll.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries and provide excellent customer service.</li><li>Support audit and month-end processes by providing payroll-related documentation.</li><li>Contribute to system and process improvements for payroll operations.</li></ul>
2026-04-17T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Canby, OR
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Temporary / Contract
23 - 26 USD / Hourly
We are continuing to look for an experienced Payroll Specialists to help assist local clients with their ongoing needs on a contract basis. The ideal candidate is someone who has experience for managing a company's payroll system, ensuring that all employees are paid accurately and on time. If you have a strong background in payroll administration and are looking for a dynamic work environment, we would love to speak with you.
2026-04-23T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Somerset, NJ
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Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support a organization in Somerset County, New Jersey through accurate and timely payroll operations. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for an individual who can manage payroll from start to finish across multiple states while maintaining compliance and a high standard of accuracy. The role will play a key part in ensuring employees are paid correctly, resolving payroll issues, and supporting day-to-day payroll administration using ADP Workforce Now. Responsibilities:• Process complete payroll cycles for a large employee population, ensuring wages, deductions, and adjustments are calculated accurately and delivered on schedule.• Administer multi-state payroll activities in compliance with applicable tax regulations, wage laws, and reporting requirements across jurisdictions.• Use ADP Workforce Now to maintain payroll records, review employee data, and execute payroll transactions efficiently.• Audit payroll data before final submission to identify discrepancies, correct errors, and reduce payment issues.• Respond to employee and internal stakeholder questions related to pay, deductions, time records, and payroll discrepancies in a timely manner.• Reconcile payroll reports and support documentation to confirm accuracy between payroll registers, benefit deductions, and tax filings.• Maintain organized payroll records and assist with compliance reporting, internal reviews, and payroll-related documentation needs.• Support payroll process updates or system-related changes as needed while helping ensure continuity and accuracy in payroll operations.
2026-05-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Shawnee Mission, KS
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Temporary / Contract
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Lenexa, Kansas. In this role, you will handle full-cycle payroll operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and regulations. This position requires an individual with strong organizational skills to manage complex reporting and manual processes effectively. Responsibilities: • Manage all aspects of full-cycle payroll for a workforce of over 500 employees. • Generate and review detailed reports for prevailing wage projects to ensure compliance and accuracy. • Oversee manual payroll processes, ensuring timekeeping data is accurately reflected in the payroll system. • Follow up with employees and managers to resolve discrepancies in time entries. • Utilize Ceridian Dayforce to process payroll efficiently and accurately. • Coordinate with the timekeeping system (Q360) to address and resolve data integration challenges. • Ensure payroll operations comply with federal, state, and local regulations. • Maintain accurate records and documentation for audit purposes. • Provide exceptional support to employees regarding payroll inquiries and concerns.
2026-05-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Plainview, NY
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Temporary / Contract
25.3365 - 29.337 USD / Hourly
An established firm in Plainview, NY is seeking a temporary Payroll Specialist to assist the payroll department during a short-term coverage need due to illness. This role is expected to last approximately 2 months, with the potential to convert to a permanent opportunity depending on business needs and performance. The ideal candidate will have hands-on payroll experience supporting organizations of 1500+ employees, strong attention to detail, and familiarity with UKG or a similar payroll/timekeeping system. Responsibilities<ul><li>Process and support payroll for a multi-employee organization</li><li>Review, audit, and verify employee timekeeping data in UKG</li><li>Assist with payroll corrections, adjustments, and employee inquiries</li><li>Ensure payroll is processed accurately and in a timely manner</li><li>Maintain payroll records and documentation</li><li>Partner with internal teams to resolve discrepancies or missing information</li><li>Support payroll-related reporting and administrative tasks</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable payroll regulations</li></ul>
2026-05-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Chattanooga, TN
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 29 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Multi-State Payroll Specialist to assist a major company in the Chattanooga area! This role includes being responsible for managing the payroll process for employees across multiple states. You will be responsible for processing payroll, reviewing timekeeping records, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Additionally, a working knowledge of accounting is needed for this position. This is a fulltime benefited role. Key Responsibilities: <ul><li>Process payroll for employees across multiple states, ensuring accuracy and timeliness </li><li>Review and reconcile timekeeping records, ensuring compliance with company policies and state and federal regulations </li><li>Ensure compliance with state and federal payroll regulations, including tax withholdings, wage and hour laws, and reporting requirements </li><li>Serve as a point of contact for employees with questions related to payroll, responding to inquiries and resolving issues in a timely manner </li><li>Maintain accurate payroll records, including employee information, pay rates, and deductions </li><li>Prepare and distribute payroll reports, including pay stubs, W-2s, and tax forms</li><li>Assist with general accounting responsibilities as needed. </li></ul>
2026-05-06T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

San Francisco, CA
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Temporary / Contract
33 - 39 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking a dedicated payroll specialist on a long term contract assignment. Job Description<ul><li>Process end-to-end multi-state payroll for hourly and salaried employees across biweekly and semi-monthly cycles</li><li>Ensure accuracy of wages, deductions, bonuses, commissions, and tax withholdings in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations</li><li>Maintain and audit employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, and benefit elections</li><li>Reconcile payroll-related GL accounts and support month-end close activities</li><li>Partner with HR and Finance to resolve payroll discrepancies and respond to employee inquiries</li><li>Support audits (SOX, internal/external) and ensure adherence to payroll controls and policies</li><li>Administer garnishments, levies, and benefit deductions in accordance with legal requirements</li><li>Assist with year-end processing including W-2s and payroll tax filing.</li></ul>
2026-05-07T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Glen Cove, NY
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 30 USD / Hourly
A school district is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to manage and process payroll for instructional and non-instructional staff. This role requires strong attention to detail, knowledge of public-sector payroll practices, and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality. The Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing payroll accurately and timely for teachers, administrative staff, and support personnel. The role ensures compliance with district policies, union contracts, and applicable federal and state regulations.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process bi-weekly payroll for salaried and hourly employees</li><li>Review and audit electronic timekeeping records, attendance, and leave balances</li><li>Calculate and process stipends, overtime, retroactive pay, and contractual salary adjustments</li><li>Maintain payroll records in compliance with district, state, and federal requirements</li><li>Ensure proper deductions for taxes, benefits, pensions, and garnishments</li><li>Prepare payroll reports for administration and finance leadership</li><li>Assist with year-end processes including W-2 preparation and reconciliation</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries in a timely and professional manner</li><li>Support audits and ensure adherence to internal controls</li></ul>
2026-04-15T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Cedar Knolls, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 145000 USD / Yearly
We are hiring a Payroll Manager to oversee bi‑weekly payroll for a dynamic and growing company in Cedar Knolls, New Jersey. This position plays a key role in day‑to‑day payroll operations while partnering with HR and Accounting on payroll compliance, payroll reporting, and ongoing process improvements. Responsibilities:• Manage bi‑weekly payroll processing for hourly, salaried, and contract employees across multiple payroll groups.• Review and validate payroll timekeeping, attendance, and payroll input data to ensure accurate payroll calculations.• Administer payroll components including commissions, bonuses, garnishments, deductions, and payroll tax withholdings.• Set up, maintain, and update payroll tax accounts to support ongoing payroll compliance.• Process payroll tax filings, payroll tax payments, and year‑end payroll activities, including W‑2 preparation.• Prepare payroll journal entries, complete payroll reconciliations, and support payroll cost allocations to the general ledger.• Produce payroll reports and assist with payroll audits, payroll system updates, and payroll process improvements.• Partner closely with HR and Accounting on payroll changes related to new hires, terminations, and compensation updates.• Ensure payroll practices remain compliant with payroll regulations, payroll tax requirements, and company policies.• Support payroll system integrations and maintain alignment between payroll and accounting processes.
2026-04-28T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Beverly, NJ
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Temporary / Contract
20 - 22 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our team in Beverly, New Jersey. This is a long-term contract position ideal for someone with strong attention to detail and expertise in managing payroll operations for large organizations. The role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic environment while ensuring efficient and accurate payroll processing. Responsibilities: • Manage full-cycle payroll processes, ensuring timely and accurate payment to employees. • Handle multi-state payroll operations, adhering to compliance requirements across different jurisdictions. • Utilize ADP Workforce Now to execute payroll tasks and maintain employee records. • Process payroll for over 500 employees, ensuring all calculations and deductions are accurate. • Review and resolve payroll discrepancies to maintain accuracy and employee satisfaction. • Collaborate with HR and finance teams to coordinate payroll functions seamlessly. • Generate payroll reports and provide insights for audits or organizational needs. • Stay updated on payroll laws and regulations to ensure compliance. • Assist employees with payroll-related inquiries and issues promptly. • Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance payroll operations.
2026-04-24T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

New York, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our team in New York, New York. This hybrid role requires a detail-oriented individual with significant experience in managing payroll operations and ensuring compliance with regulations. You will play a key role in overseeing payroll processes while working closely with other departments to maintain efficiency and accuracy. Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end payroll operations for employees, ensuring timely and accurate processing. • Handle payroll for garnishments and other deductions in compliance with legal requirements. • Utilize Workday software to execute payroll tasks and maintain records effectively. • Collaborate with internal teams to address payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies. • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations. • Maintain accurate documentation of payroll activities and employee records. • Process payroll for a workforce ranging from 101 to 500 employees. • Review and verify payroll reports for accuracy before submitting final payments. • Stay updated on changes in payroll laws and implement necessary adjustments. • Provide support during audits by preparing required payroll documentation.
2026-05-01T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Knoxville, TN
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Temporary to Hire
25 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a fast-paced healthcare organization. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for a payroll specialist who can manage high-volume, multi-state payroll operations while working closely with a collaborative team. The role is fully onsite and offers the chance to contribute immediately to accurate payroll execution, compliance, and ongoing process support. Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end payroll processing for a large employee population across several states, including regular and off-cycle pay runs. • Review and administer payroll adjustments such as garnishments, premium pay, incentive payments, and workers’ compensation-related items. • Calculate and maintain employee leave balances, benefit deductions, and other payroll-related withholdings with a high degree of accuracy. • Reconcile payroll activity and record entries to the General Ledger in accordance with accounting standards and internal controls. • Prepare, audit, and interpret payroll reports to confirm accuracy and support compliance with applicable laws and policies. • Partner with payroll leadership and team members to streamline workflows and improve payroll operations. • Provide functional support for Kronos and assist with payroll system-related initiatives, including upcoming implementation efforts. • Stay current on federal, state, and local payroll regulations to help ensure compliant payroll practices. • Support critical payroll deadlines by working additional hours when business needs require it.
2026-05-01T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Boca Raton, FL
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Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 30 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a security organization in Boca Raton, Florida. This Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage payroll activities accurately, respond to employee questions with professionalism, and help maintain timely, compliant pay processing. The role requires strong analytical ability, sound judgment when handling sensitive information, and confidence working across multiple payroll systems and stakeholders. Responsibilities: • Process payroll for assigned cycles with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and policy compliance. • Investigate payroll questions from employees and work closely with local teams to resolve pay, deduction, and employee data discrepancies. • Review payroll records, validate adjustments, and confirm corrections before final submission. • Reconcile payroll totals and perform balancing checks prior to transmitting each payroll run. • Manage requests related to off-cycle payments, periodic check processing, and distribution based on site-specific instructions. • Address garnishments, tax levies, and child support orders in a timely manner while maintaining accurate documentation. • Maintain organized payroll files and supporting records in accordance with internal standards and audit needs. • Partner with payroll leadership on escalated tax, processing, or system-related issues and assist with assigned departmental projects.
2026-05-05T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Rocky Mount, NC
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Temporary to Hire
20 - 25 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a transportation equipment manufacturing organization in Rocky Mount, North Carolina on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This role supports a high-volume, detail-driven payroll environment where accuracy, consistency, and strong spreadsheet skills are essential. The ideal candidate is dependable, organized, and comfortable managing weekly payroll activities in a fast-paced setting while working onsite Monday through Friday. Responsibilities: • Process weekly payroll accurately and on schedule for a large employee population that includes more complex pay scenarios beyond standard hourly and salaried compensation. • Review payroll records, time data, deductions, and earnings to identify discrepancies and resolve issues before payroll is finalized. • Maintain payroll information for employees working across multiple states while helping ensure proper application of pay practices and related requirements. • Use ADP Workforce Now and advanced Excel functions to prepare, validate, and reconcile payroll data and supporting reports. • Partner with internal teams to collect, verify, and update employee pay information, attendance details, and other records affecting payroll results. • Investigate payroll questions from employees and managers, providing timely follow-up and clear communication regarding pay calculations or adjustments. • Support payroll audits, reporting needs, and documentation standards to help maintain confidentiality, accuracy, and compliance. • Contribute to payroll-related process activities and assist with operational updates or system-related changes as assigned.
2026-05-04T00:00:00Z