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Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director

Jersey City, NJ
remote
Permanent / Full Time
130000.00 - 180000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an accomplished payroll leader to oversee enterprise-wide payroll operations for a large and diverse workforce. This position offers the opportunity to guide payroll strategy while maintaining accurate, compliant, and efficient execution across multiple entities and jurisdictions. The ideal candidate brings strong regulatory knowledge, proven team leadership, and the ability to improve processes in a fast-moving growth environment. Responsibilities:• Direct payroll operations from preparation through final distribution across multiple entities, pay groups, and geographic regions.• Manage payroll delivery for employees with varied compensation models, including salaried, hourly, seasonal, incentive-based, and bonus-eligible populations.• Maintain adherence to applicable payroll laws and tax regulations at the federal, state, and provincial levels.• Act as the internal authority on payroll compliance, resolving complex tax and wage-related issues with sound judgment.• Establish stronger controls, enhance reporting capabilities, and ensure readiness for internal and external audit activity.• Lead, coach, and develop payroll staff while building depth through training and succession planning.• Collaborate with partners in human resources, finance, operations, and executive leadership to align payroll priorities with business needs.• Oversee payroll-related system improvements, integrations, acquisition support, and broader process optimization efforts.• Identify operational challenges and implement scalable solutions that support continued organizational growth.
2026-11-06T21:04:15Z

Payroll Supervisor/Manager

New York, NY
onsite
Temporary / Contract
42.00 - 48.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Supervisor/Manager to support a retail organization in New York, New York through a Long-term Contract assignment. This role will take ownership of payroll operations for a mixed employee population, ensuring timely and accurate processing across retail and corporate teams. The position is well suited for a payroll specialist who can work independently, manage complex pay components, and maintain compliance in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Oversee the complete payroll process from initial data review through final submission for an employee population of roughly 300 team members. • Administer biweekly payroll for retail staff and salaried payroll for corporate employees while maintaining accuracy across different pay structures. • Review and process hourly earnings, commissions, variable compensation, and payroll adjustments with close attention to detail. • Investigate payroll discrepancies, resolve exceptions, and confirm that all payments are calculated correctly before release. • Maintain compliance with applicable payroll regulations, company policies, and reporting requirements throughout each cycle. • Use ADP Workforce Now to manage payroll transactions, employee pay data, and related payroll records. • Partner with internal stakeholders to address payroll questions and support smooth payroll operations across retail and corporate functions.
2026-11-02T18:43:39Z

Payroll Specialist

Summit, NJ
onsite
Temporary / Contract
23.75 - 27.50 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations. This Contract position will manage end-to-end payroll processing across multiple states, helping ensure employees are paid correctly and in compliance with applicable regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with payroll systems, careful attention to detail, and the ability to handle complex payroll activity in a fast-paced environment. Payroll Specialist Responsibilities:• Process full-cycle payroll for employees, ensuring pay is calculated accurately and delivered on schedule.• Administer multi-state payroll activities while maintaining compliance with varying tax, wage, and reporting requirements.• Use ADP Workforce Now to manage payroll records, review payroll data, and support routine payroll administration.• Audit earnings, deductions, taxes, and time-related inputs to identify discrepancies and resolve issues before payroll is finalized.• Respond to employee and internal payroll inquiries by researching issues and providing clear, timely resolutions.• Maintain payroll documentation and records in accordance with company policies and regulatory standards.• Support payroll-related updates, adjustments, and reconciliations as needed to ensure data integrity and reporting accuracy.
2026-10-08T21:13:40Z

Payroll Manager

Howell, NJ
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
105000.00 - 135000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Manager to lead accurate, timely payroll and workforce payment operations for a high-volume, multi-state environment in Howell, New Jersey. This role oversees end-to-end pay processing for W-2 and 1099 populations, strengthens controls around time and pay data, and ensures payment issues are resolved with urgency and precision. The ideal candidate brings strong operational leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to partner across teams to support compliance, service quality, and a dependable employee experience. Benefits: M,D,V,PTO,401K Responsibilities: • Manage the full payroll schedule for weekly employee wages and contractor payments, ensuring each cycle progresses through review, approval, funding, release, and reconciliation milestones on time. • Review payroll inputs such as hours worked, pay rates, shift premiums, overtime, deductions, tax treatment, reimbursements, and manual corrections, and prevent incomplete or unsupported entries from moving forward. • Oversee both standard and expedited payment activity, including qualification checks, duplicate payment prevention, exception handling, reprocessing, and urgent off-cycle disbursements. • Maintain payroll continuity plans by documenting critical procedures, preparing backup coverage, and ensuring support is available during weekends, holidays, and other key processing periods. • Lead daily management of timekeeping and payroll exception queues, including missing punches, disputed or incomplete timecards, approval delays, pay inquiries, rate discrepancies, and unapproved work activity. • Establish service standards, assign workload across the team, monitor aging items, conduct quality checks, and escalate unresolved issues based on operational risk and impact. • Work closely with clinicians, client facilities, Operations, Customer Support, and Human Resources to resolve payroll concerns quickly while preserving clear documentation and audit readiness. • Partner with Billing and Accounts Receivable to address exceptions tied to hours, rates, approvals, disputes, adjustments, and supporting records that affect downstream invoicing and collections. • Provide backup support for routine credit and collections tasks during approved absences, including payment follow-up, account updates, queue prioritization, and escalation of issues to authorized Finance leaders when needed.
2026-10-30T14:58:43Z

Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director

Newark, NJ
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced payroll leader to oversee accurate and compliant payroll operations for a large, multi-state workforce in Newark, New Jersey. This role manages weekly and bi-weekly payroll processing for salaried, hourly, and union employees while partnering closely with HR and Finance to maintain strong controls, clean reporting, and dependable employee payments. The position also plays a key role in audits, accounting support, benefit deduction reviews, and ongoing process improvement across payroll workflows. Responsibilities: • Direct end-to-end payroll processing for weekly and bi-weekly pay groups, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on schedule across multiple employee populations. • Monitor payroll activity for compliance with applicable wage and hour rules, tax withholding requirements, and company payroll policies in New York and New Jersey. • Examine payroll registers, employee deductions, garnishments, and final payments before release, resolving discrepancies ahead of processing deadlines. • Work closely with People & Organization teams to audit benefit elections, enrollment records, and payroll deductions so that employee data remains accurate across systems. • Establish and maintain effective payroll review practices for benefits, fringe programs, and compensation changes, including proper tax treatment and payroll setup. • Oversee payroll-related journal entries, labor distributions, and account reconciliations to support accurate financial statements and alignment with the general ledger. • Prepare and review union reporting, fringe benefit remittances, and retirement contribution funding, ensuring timely submissions and compliance with plan and contract requirements. • Interpret collective bargaining agreements to apply correct pay rates, benefit contributions, and union-specific deductions within payroll processing. • Lead payroll support for annual workers’ compensation and retirement plan audits, and perform quarterly reconciliation analysis related to payroll tax filings such as Form 941. • Drive payroll process improvements through workflow documentation, automation opportunities, cross-functional coordination, and finance support for forecasting, labor analysis, and compliance projects.
2026-10-09T14:43:45Z

Payroll Administrator

New York, NY
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
95000.00 - 110000.00 USD / Yearly
Cutting Edge New York City based organization is currently seeking a Payroll Administrator to join their team! Responsibilities:• Administer end-to-end payroll processing for domestic and international employees.• Coordinate the ongoing administration of employee benefit programs, retirement plans, etc.• Lead payroll close activities by reconciling payroll results, reviewing journal entries, analyzing variances, and preparing payroll data for a smooth transfer into the general ledger and month-end reporting.• Serve as a contact for payroll operations by resolving employee and vendor issues, and ensuring timely remittance to employees, etc.
2026-10-16T20:48:49Z

Payroll Specialist

Howell, NJ
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to help manage accurate and timely payroll operations for a complex healthcare workforce in Howell, New Jersey. This role supports both employee and contractor pay processing, handles detailed payroll reviews, and delivers reporting that informs business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong multi-state payroll knowledge, a sharp eye for discrepancies, and the ability to work confidently with large data sets and cross-functional partners. Benefits: M,D,V,PTO,401K Responsibilities:• Manage payroll support activities for high-volume W-2 and 1099 employee populations within a healthcare environment.• Examine timekeeping records, earnings elements, deductions, and manual adjustments to confirm payroll data is complete and accurate before processing.• Research pay-related issues such as missed hours, deposit problems, tax questions, and other discrepancies, then drive issues through resolution with employees and internal teams.• Analyze payroll registers, exception reporting, tax documentation, and funding summaries to identify errors and maintain data integrity.• Produce recurring and ad hoc payroll reports, overtime trends, and workforce analyses for Payroll, Finance, Operations, and leadership stakeholders.• Complete reconciliations tied to payroll liabilities, accruals, and general ledger activity while supporting month-end financial close requirements.• Assist with payroll tax administration by reviewing notices, reconciling tax-related balances, and partnering with vendors to resolve outstanding items.• Coordinate vendor cases, monitor issue escalation paths, and contribute to payroll-related projects and process improvement efforts.• Participate in payroll system testing, conversions, implementation support, validation activities, and user acceptance efforts for technology enhancements.• Build broad knowledge across payroll operations and act as a key backup resource to the Payroll Manager to maintain continuity of service.
2026-10-30T15:04:26Z

Payroll Specialist

Caldwell, NJ
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Yearly
A busy company in the Caldwell area is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their growing organization. This Payroll Specialist will get the chance to join a team that offers career growth, a flexible work schedule, and the ability to collaborate with an experienced team. The ideal Payroll Specialist will have strong technical payroll expertise with analytical skills to support compensation practices and have payroll processing experience utilizing Workday. Other responsibilities of this Payroll Specialist will include but not be limited to: Payroll Specialist Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process multi-state payroll on a weekly/bi-weekly basis for hourly and salaried employees.</li><li>Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, deductions, and benefit contributions.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports, general ledger entries, and tax filings.</li><li>Coordinate payroll tax reporting, W-2 preparation, and year-end processing.</li><li>Manage garnishments, levies, and other court-ordered deductions.</li><li>Respond to employee payroll inquiries in a timely and professional manner.</li><li>Partner with Finance to ensure data accuracy and proper internal controls.</li><li>Administer salary structures, job classifications, and pay grades.</li><li>Conduct market research and benchmarking to support competitive compensation strategies.</li><li>Assist with annual merit cycles, bonus programs, and incentive plan administration.</li><li>Prepare compensation analysis reports for leadership.</li><li>Support job evaluations and internal equity assessments.</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable wage and hour laws and pay transparency requirements.</li><li>Maintain compensation documentation and audit-ready records.</li></ul>This Payroll Specialist position is paying between $100,000 and $120,000 annually depending on experience. If interested in this Payroll Specialist role, apply today
2026-11-02T20:08:39Z

Payroll Administrator

Farmingdale, NY
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to support payroll and related HR operations for a retail organization in New York. This role is ideal for someone with strong payroll processing experience, advanced Excel capabilities, and a solid understanding of benefits and retirement administration. The successful candidate will help maintain accurate employee pay records, support compliance efforts, and contribute to smooth coordination across payroll, accounting, and HR activities. Responsibilities: • Process regular payroll cycles with accuracy and timeliness while maintaining complete and organized payroll records • Review employee pay data, deductions, tax withholdings, and benefit elections to ensure all payroll information is current and correct • Use advanced Excel functions to analyze payroll data, prepare reports, reconcile discrepancies, and support audits • Administer payroll activities within systems such as ADP Workforce Now, Ceridian, or similar platforms used for timekeeping and pay processing • Support 401(k) and benefits-related payroll tasks, including deductions, updates, and coordination with internal or external partners • Assist with reporting needs by generating payroll summaries and customized data outputs through tools such as Crystal Reports • Partner with accounting and human resources teams to resolve payroll issues, validate financial entries, and improve day-to-day processes • Participate in payroll audits and compliance reviews by verifying records and helping ensure adherence to company policies and applicable regulations
2026-11-09T14:04:06Z

Payroll Specialist

Newark, NJ
onsite
Temporary / Contract
27.00 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
A well-established nonprofit organization in Newark is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist for a contract-to-permanent opportunity. This role is ideal for a payroll detail oriented with hands-on ADP Workforce Now experience who wants to make an impact at a mission-driven organization. The selected candidate will own the end-to-end payroll process and serve as a key resource for employees on pay-related questions. Key Responsibilities Process accurate and timely bi-weekly or semi-monthly payroll using ADP Workforce Now Enter and maintain employee data including new hires, terminations, pay changes, deductions, and garnishments Review timecards and reconcile hours, overtime, PTO, and accruals before payroll submission Reconcile payroll registers and prepare payroll journal entries for the general ledger Allocate payroll costs across grants, programs, and funding sources in accordance with nonprofit requirements Process benefit deductions, 403(b) retirement contributions, and related remittances Ensure compliance with federal, state (NJ), and local payroll tax regulations Support quarterly and year-end reporting, including W-2 preparation and review Respond to employee payroll inquiries professionally and confidentially Assist with annual audits by preparing payroll schedules and documentation Partner with HR and Finance on onboarding, benefits, and process improvements
2026-11-05T14:48:40Z

Payroll Specialist

Stamford, CT
remote
Temporary / Contract
28.00 - 40.00 USD / Hourly
Job SummaryWe are hiring a Payroll Specialist to support payroll processing, employee record maintenance, and payroll-related compliance activities. This role is responsible for helping ensure timely and accurate payroll while responding to employee inquiries and supporting reporting needs. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, discreet, and able to manage confidential information professionally.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process payroll and review payroll data for accuracy</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records and updates</li><li>Assist with timekeeping review and payroll adjustments</li><li>Respond to employee questions related to payroll</li><li>Support payroll reconciliations and reporting</li><li>Help ensure compliance with internal policies and payroll procedures</li><li>Coordinate with internal teams on payroll-related matters</li><li>Assist with audits and year-end payroll activities</li></ul>
2026-10-23T13:53:44Z

Payroll Specialist

Fairfield, NJ
onsite
Temporary to Hire
28.50 - 33.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a fast-paced organization. This is an onsite contract opportunity with the potential to become permanent, Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, ideal for someone who can manage payroll activities accurately and respond effectively to employee and manager questions. The role focuses on end-to-end payroll processing, timekeeping review, reporting, and compliance support while maintaining a high standard of confidentiality and precision. Responsibilities: • Manage biweekly and semi-monthly payroll activities from initial review through final processing, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. • Investigate timekeeping discrepancies and coordinate with employees and supervisors to secure complete and approved records before payroll deadlines. • Review employee payroll and timekeeping profiles for new team members to confirm proper system setup and accurate pay-related information. • Provide day-to-day support to staff and managers on payroll procedures, tax-related questions, and use of payroll and timekeeping systems. • Conduct payroll validation checks and audits before and after processing to identify issues, correct errors, and reduce processing risk. • Prepare and distribute payroll, benefits, and reconciliation reports as needed to support operational and management requirements. • Process supplemental earnings such as commissions and bonuses, along with wage garnishments and federal tax levies, in a timely and compliant manner. • Support year-end payroll activities, including assistance with tax form preparation, audit documentation, and resolution of payroll-related inquiries from management.
2026-11-03T16:18:39Z

Payroll Administrator

Newark, NJ
onsite
Temporary to Hire
27.00 - 30.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to join a team in Newark, New Jersey in a fully onsite contract role with the potential to become permanent. This position is ideal for someone who brings strong payroll administration experience, a sharp eye for accuracy, and confidence working directly with employees on timekeeping and pay-related matters. The role supports both payroll and HR operations, requiring discretion, organization, and hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now. Responsibilities: • Manage and support biweekly payroll activities using ADP Workforce Now, ensuring timely and accurate pay processing. • Investigate payroll and timekeeping variances, identify root causes, and coordinate corrections as needed. • Update employee records in the HRIS for status changes, compensation adjustments, and other personnel actions. • Respond to employee questions related to self-service access, payroll details, and time entry issues. • Produce recurring and ad hoc payroll and HR reports using system data and Excel-based tracking tools. • Maintain organized, confidential personnel documentation in compliance with internal standards and recordkeeping requirements. • Assist with pre-employment tasks such as reference checks, background screening coordination, and onboarding support. • Process employment verifications, HR-related invoices, garnishment records, unemployment items, and workers’ compensation documentation. • Provide day-to-day administrative support to the HR and payroll function while handling sensitive information with professionalism.
2026-11-05T21:48:47Z

Sr. Payroll Specialist

Cranbury, NJ
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
98000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Yearly
benefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>dental insurance</li><li>paid vision insurance</li><li>paid life insurance</li><li>long-term disability insurance</li><li>Discretionary performance bonus</li><li>Paid parental leave</li><li>Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), including holidays, vacation, and sick pay</li><li>Flexible work hours</li></ul>This role is highly hands-on and responsible for the full end-to-end payroll process, managing accurate and compliant multi-state payroll from data entry through reconciliation, reporting, and payroll tax compliance. The position requires extensive experience with Workday and ADP, maintaining employee payroll records, processing benefits and leave transactions, reconciling payroll to the general ledger, preparing accruals and journal entries, and partnering with HR and Accounting to resolve payroll issues. Additional responsibilities include administering complex compensation transactions such as RSUs/equity awards, supporting audits, ensuring regulatory compliance, driving payroll process improvements and system enhancements, and leveraging Workday and other HRIS platforms to streamline payroll operations in a public company environment.
2026-10-29T12:43:45Z

Payroll Specialist

Hackensack, NJ
onsite
Temporary to Hire
27.71 - 32.09 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a healthcare organization in New Jersey in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This onsite role supports a high-volume payroll function for a large hourly workforce and is ideal for someone who is accurate, organized, and confident working with detailed payroll data. The position will play an important part in ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time while partnering closely with internal payroll leadership. Responsibilities: • Manage end-to-end biweekly payroll processing for approximately 500 hourly employees, ensuring timely and accurate pay distribution. • Review timekeeping records, validate hours worked, and resolve discrepancies before each payroll cycle is finalized. • Maintain payroll data in applicable systems and update employee records as needed to support accurate processing. • Use advanced Excel functions, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables, to reconcile payroll information and prepare reporting. • Partner with payroll and administrative team members to address employee pay questions and investigate payroll-related issues. • Ensure payroll activities align with applicable New Jersey wage and hour requirements and internal controls. • Support payroll operations within current timekeeping and payroll platforms, including exposure to payroll systems when applicable.
2026-10-27T13:48:44Z

Payroll Specialist

New York, NY
onsite
Temporary / Contract
31.66 - 36.66 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support a large food service organization in New York. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll specialist who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and can manage complex payroll activities with accuracy. The role focuses on end-to-end payroll administration across multiple pay groups and jurisdictions, using Workday Payroll and Microsoft Excel to ensure timely and compliant processing. Responsibilities: • Manage complete payroll processing for large employee populations, including both hourly and salaried staff across weekly and bi-weekly pay cycles. • Review employee time records and approved timesheets to confirm accuracy, completeness, and compliance before each payroll run. • Process multi-state payroll transactions while applying applicable wage, tax, and deduction requirements across jurisdictions. • Use Workday Payroll to execute payroll activities, maintain records, and resolve processing issues efficiently. • Analyze payroll data in Microsoft Excel to reconcile discrepancies, validate calculations, and support reporting needs. • Investigate and correct payroll variances, including missing hours, pay adjustments, and deduction concerns, in a timely manner. • Partner with internal stakeholders to address payroll-related questions and ensure deadlines are met in a high-volume private company setting. • Maintain accurate payroll documentation and support audit readiness through organized recordkeeping and process adherence.
2026-10-20T16:18:43Z

Payroll Specialist

New York, NY
onsite
Temporary / Contract
35.00 - 40.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support a focused payroll tax compliance initiative for a Long-term Contract assignment based in New York, New York. In this role, you will partner closely with payroll leadership to investigate tax discrepancies, address agency notices, and strengthen payroll tax processes across a multi-entity environment. This opportunity is ideal for a candidate who brings strong analytical skills, hands-on tax reconciliation experience, and a proactive approach to reducing future compliance exposure. Responsibilities: • Investigate and bring closure to payroll tax notices issued by federal, state, and local agencies. • Compare tax filings, remittances, and agency account balances to identify and correct discrepancies. • Analyze recurring compliance problems to determine underlying causes and recommend lasting solutions. • Communicate with tax authorities and external payroll partners to clarify issues and drive timely resolution. • Review quarterly and annual payroll tax forms, including Form 941, Form W-2, and applicable state and local filings, to confirm accuracy and completeness. • Create practical control recommendations and updated procedures designed to lower the risk of penalties and future agency inquiries. • Prepare clear reconciliation summaries, issue tracking updates, and documentation outlining corrective actions and process improvements. • Support on-site collaboration with the headquarters team at least three days per week. • Contribute to the development of a forward-looking payroll tax compliance framework for the organization and its subsidiaries.
2026-10-09T19:34:07Z

Manager, Client Account Services

Marlboro, NJ
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
150000.00 - 225000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Manager Client Account Services to lead financial operations for a portfolio of clients in Marlboro, New Jersey. This role combines hands-on accounting oversight, client relationship management, and team leadership to ensure accurate reporting, timely deliverables, and responsive day-to-day support. The ideal candidate brings strong business management expertise and can translate financial results into clear, practical guidance for both clients and internal leadership. Benefits:Medical, Dental, Vision Responsibilities:• Direct accounting support for a group of business management clients, serving as a primary point of contact for financial matters and ongoing communications.• Lead core transactional processes across multiple client accounts, including payables, receivables, and payroll administration.• Oversee month-end activities such as reconciliations, journal entries, and the preparation of financial statements using both cash and accrual methods.• Review period-to-period financial changes, identify notable trends, and communicate findings clearly to clients and firm leadership.• Develop meeting materials and present financial updates in a concise, organized manner that supports informed decision-making.• Coordinate the setup of new client engagements, including bookkeeping cleanup and updates needed to bring records current.• Organize daily operations and monthly deadlines across several accounts while balancing workload among team members.• Provide guidance to staff, resolve routine questions, and help maintain efficient workflow across client service activities.• Keep leadership informed on account progress, outstanding issues, and resource needs across the team.
2026-10-27T12:43:43Z

Controller

Deer Park, NY
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
145000.00 - 165000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Controller to lead the company’s core accounting, financial reporting, payroll, and cash management activities in Deer Park, New York. This role will oversee day-to-day financial operations, support compliance across payroll and union reporting, and help maintain strong controls across treasury, insurance, legal documentation, and administrative processes. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on approach, sound judgment, and the ability to manage both detailed accounting work and broader operational oversight in a growing business environment. Responsibilities: • Lead daily accounting operations, ensuring financial activity is accurately recorded from subledgers through the general ledger and supporting timely month-end and year-end close processes. • Direct receivables and payables functions, including billing, cash application, collections, vendor payment scheduling, invoice review, and reconciliation of supporting purchasing and receiving records. • Maintain inventory costing records, prepare recurring inventory analysis, and assess reserve needs for excess or slow-moving stock. • Prepare journal entries, account reconciliations, debt schedules, interest accruals, and other adjustments needed to produce reliable monthly financial statements. • Oversee weekly payroll processing for hourly and salaried staff, validate payroll controls and funding, and coordinate submissions and reconciliations with the external payroll provider. • Administer union-related payroll obligations, including benefits and dues remittances, required wage reporting, contract compliance, and support for union audit activity. • Monitor daily cash balances, develop cash flow forecasts, manage borrowing activity, execute secure payment transactions, and maintain banking controls such as positive pay review. • Support legal, insurance, and corporate administration by managing agreements, renewals, licenses, coverage audits, claims coordination, and required business records. • Partner with outsourced service providers to maintain business software licensing, IT support continuity, network security, backup processes, and employee-related administrative activities such as onboarding, benefits coordination, and policy updates.
2026-11-04T19:43:44Z

Controller

Manalapan, NJ
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
115000.00 - 175000.00 USD / Yearly
**Legal Industry Experience Required** We are seeking an experienced Controller to oversee the day-to-day accounting operations and help drive the financial integrity of a growing organization in New Jersey. Reporting to and partnering closely with the Head of Accounting, this individual will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, managing cash flow activities, and providing financial insights that support strategic business decisions.The ideal candidate is a hands-on accounting leader with strong technical expertise, exceptional attention to detail, and a proven ability to manage multiple priorities while developing and mentoring accounting staff.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Partner with the Head of Accounting to oversee the organization's accounting function and ensure accurate, timely, and efficient financial operations.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop accounting team members, establishing priorities and reviewing work to maintain high-quality deliverables.</li><li>Manage the full payroll process, including employee updates, deductions, compliance reporting, reconciliations, and coordination with third-party payroll providers.</li><li>Oversee trust and operating accounts, ensuring proper accounting treatment, reconciliation, and compliance with company policies.</li><li>Review and monitor high-volume wire transactions and cash activity, ensuring accuracy, security, and appropriate financial controls.</li><li>Perform and review daily, monthly, and annual account reconciliations to maintain the integrity of financial records.</li><li>Maintain the general ledger, monitor account activity, and ensure proper account classifications and coding.</li><li>Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial planning initiatives, providing meaningful analysis of trends and variances.</li><li>Evaluate and enhance internal controls, risk management practices, and fraud prevention procedures.</li><li>Coordinate external audits and serve as a key liaison with auditors, banking partners, payroll providers, and other external stakeholders.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes, increase operational efficiency, and strengthen reporting capabilities across the finance function.</li></ul> Benefits:Medical/Dental/Vision401kPTO
2026-10-15T15:03:43Z

Controller

Hillsborough, NJ
onsite
Temporary / Contract
45.00 - 55.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to support a long-term contract opportunity in Hillsborough, New Jersey. This position will oversee core accounting and financial operations for a small, collaborative organization, with a strong focus on accuracy, responsiveness, and day-to-day financial management. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience across reporting, payroll, banking coordination, and document administration while working comfortably in a flexible team environment. Responsibilities: • Manage daily accounting activities and maintain accurate financial records to support overall business operations. • Prepare month-end and quarterly financial reporting packages, ensuring timely submission of required information to banking partners and other stakeholders. • Coordinate banking relationships, including activities related to credit facilities, financial documentation, and reporting obligations. • Process payroll for approximately 35 employees with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality. • Oversee document control activities, including organizing, compiling, scanning, and maintaining financial and operational records. • Use Great Plains to manage accounting functions, review financial data, and support ongoing reporting needs. • Partner with internal team members to maintain smooth financial processes and provide cross-training support during the onboarding period. • Contribute in a hands-on capacity within a small company setting, adjusting priorities as needed to meet operational demands.
2026-11-07T02:08:44Z

Human Resources (HR) Manager

New York, NY
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75000.00 - 90000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager to support a fast-paced restaurant and corporate office environment. This role is ideal for a hands-on HR specialist who can balance employee support, compliance, and day-to-day operations across a multi-location organization. The position calls for someone with strong hospitality experience who is comfortable managing competing priorities and contributing during high-demand periods. Responsibilities: • Oversee daily human resources operations for multiple restaurant locations and the corporate office, ensuring consistent support across the organization. • Address employee relations matters with care, sound judgment, and a solutions-focused approach. • Manage onboarding activities and employment documentation, helping create a smooth and compliant onboarding experience. • Review payroll-related records and pay information for accuracy using HR and payroll systems. • Administer benefits processes and assist employees with benefit-related questions through designated platforms. • Respond to general HR inquiries from staff and managers in a timely and knowledgeable manner. • Contribute to employee engagement efforts and support initiatives that strengthen workplace culture. • Partner with leadership on a range of HR projects while adapting quickly to seasonal demands and busy operational periods.
2026-10-30T16:08:49Z

Payroll Clerk

Woodbridge, NJ
onsite
Temporary to Hire
20.00 - 23.00 USD / Hourly
We are seeking a Payroll Specialist in Middlesex County, NJ. In this role you will be responsible for payroll processing, timesheets, reporting, and more! If you have 1+ years of experience handling payroll and are looking for a new opportunity, this might be the role for you! Responsibilities:• Process payroll accurately while maintaining compliance with company policies. • Enter employee timesheets accurately and on time to support payroll processing.• Review payroll information and make simple updates or corrections when needed.• Check payroll records for errors and help make sure employees are paid correctly.• Update and maintain employee payroll records, including taxes, benefits, and other deductions.
2026-10-29T12:58:43Z

Village Treasurer

Scarsdale, NY
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
160000.00 - 203000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Deputy Treasurer to lead the financial operations. This role involves overseeing key fiscal functions, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing a team of professionals to maintain the accuracy and efficiency of financial processes. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and financial expertise to support the municipality's goals and uphold its fiscal integrity. Responsibilities:• Direct the financial operations of the Village, ensuring proper accounting controls across multiple departments and funds.• Lead and mentor a team of accounting, payroll, and clerical staff to ensure smooth processing of payroll, accounts payable, tax collection, and utility billing.• Maintain and reconcile the Village’s financial records using double-entry accounting systems.• Collaborate with senior leadership to prepare, manage, and balance the Village’s annual budget exceeding $72M, including various funds such as sewer, water, and pool.• Facilitate the budget development process by providing financial analysis, forecasting, and ensuring compliance with public hearing requirements.• Administer property tax billing, collection, and accounting responsibilities for the Village, Town, County, and local school district.• Develop and oversee short- and long-term financial plans, manage investments and debt strategies, and ensure the Village’s high bond rating is sustained.• Prepare and present financial documentation, including reports, audits, and budget materials, to internal and external stakeholders.• Advise on fiscal policies, recommend improvements, and ensure compliance with all relevant standards and regulations.
2026-10-23T15:28:42Z

Human Resources (HR) Generalist

Parsippany, NJ
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75000.00 - 85000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Human Resources (HR) Generalist/Payroll Administrator to support a wide range of people operations in Parsippany, New Jersey. This position partners with employees and managers to deliver consistent HR support across hiring, onboarding, employee relations, benefits, compliance, and payroll coordination. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage sensitive information while helping maintain an efficient and positive workplace. Candidates must have previous payroll processing experience to be considered. Responsibilities:• Process payroll-related activities, audit employee data for accuracy, and maintain reliable information within HR systems for reporting and recordkeeping.• Partner with supervisors to address workplace concerns involving performance, attendance, conduct, and employee engagement.• Support employee relations matters by gathering information, assisting with internal reviews, and helping resolve issues in a fair and timely manner.• Manage recruiting activities from job posting through offer stage, including candidate screening, interview coordination, and hiring documentation.• Lead onboarding activities for new employees by facilitating orientation, completing pre-employment steps, and ensuring required paperwork is accurate and complete.• Administer benefits programs by assisting with enrollments, answering coverage questions, processing status changes, and coordinating annual enrollment periods.• Oversee leave administration by tracking requests, supporting accommodations, and ensuring compliance with applicable company policies and legal requirements.• Assist with performance management and training initiatives by coordinating review cycles, monitoring required learning, and supporting employee development efforts.• Maintain confidential personnel records, prepare HR reports, and help update policies and practices to align with employment regulations.
2026-10-09T17:43:44Z

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