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222 results for Payroll Accountant in Edison, NJ

Payroll Accountant
  • New York, NY
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Payroll Accountant to join the Finance team in New York, New York in a Contract to Permanent capacity. This position will oversee complete payroll administration while contributing to day-to-day accounting operations and financial close activities. The ideal candidate brings strong accuracy, sound judgment, and working knowledge of payroll regulations to help ensure timely employee payments and reliable financial reporting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage biweekly payroll processing from data review through final submission, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule.<br>• Prepare, validate, and transmit payroll deduction files securely to external benefit and payment providers.<br>• Maintain organized payroll records, monitor benefit deductions, and update supporting documentation for employee compensation changes.<br>• Review payroll tax obligations across federal, state, and local jurisdictions to support ongoing compliance and timely reporting.<br>• Reconcile payroll activity to the general ledger and investigate variances to keep financial records accurate.<br>• Complete quarterly payroll tax reconciliations, including support for Form 941 reporting requirements.<br>• Coordinate year-end payroll tasks such as wage reconciliation and W-2 preparation.<br>• Record payroll-related journal entries and assist with month-end and year-end accounting close processes.<br>• Support internal and external audit requests and respond to payroll questions from employees and business partners.<br>• Partner with Human Resources to reflect employee updates, compensation changes, and benefit adjustments within payroll records.
  • 2026-05-12T00:00:00Z
Payroll Tax Accountant
  • Englewood Cliffs, NJ
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 61.75 - 71.5 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an experienced Payroll Tax Accountant to support a major electronics organization in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll tax specialist who can assess complex tax situations, resolve filing and withholding issues, and strengthen payroll tax accuracy across a large multistate employee population. The position will focus on improving compliance, reducing exposure to penalties, and ensuring payroll tax processes are properly configured and maintained.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review payroll tax configurations and identify errors affecting federal, state, and local withholding accuracy across a multistate workforce.<br>• Investigate tax notices, outstanding balances, and threshold-related issues, then take corrective action to reduce penalties and interest exposure.<br>• Audit payroll tax setup details and recommend adjustments to improve compliance for employees working in more than 40 states.<br>• Manage tax filing activities across payroll tax platforms, ensuring submissions are completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Partner with payroll and related teams to validate data flowing between payroll processing and tax filing systems.<br>• Analyze local tax treatment and other complex withholding scenarios to confirm proper setup and ongoing compliance.<br>• Support cleanup efforts tied to prior payroll tax inaccuracies and establish more reliable controls for future processing.<br>• Use prior system records and historical payroll tax information to research issues and reconcile discrepancies when needed.
  • 2026-05-08T00:00:00Z
Payroll/Staff Accountant
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 50000 - 54000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented entry level Accountant to join our client&#39;s team in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This position combines core accounting support, making it ideal for someone who is comfortable balancing accuracy, deadlines, and compliance. The right candidate will contribute to day-to-day financial operations while helping maintain reliable records and timely reporting. <br> Responsibilities: ·      Prepare and record journal entries ·      Process and reconcile retail store sales and cash receipts, prepare bank deposits, and maintain cash sheets ·      Settle and record daily credit card and/or PayPal transactions on cash sheets, maintain deposit spreadsheets, and settle all disputes ·      Reconcile cash general ledger accounts and cash sheets to bank statements ·      Prepare and reconcile various state and local tobacco tax filings ·      Prepare and reconcile various state sales and use tax filings ·      Reconcile various balance sheet accounts by compiling and balancing financial information ·      Assist with reviewing expense reports and disburse payments ·      Assist with coordination and preparation of materials for financial audits ·      Monthly closing duties, account analysis, and special projects ·      Maintain accounting files ·      Effectively prioritize responsibilities ·      Provide support to other members of accounting staff ·      Assist with mid-year and year-end physical inventories ·      Perform other related duties or projects as assigned
  • 2026-05-11T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant/Payroll
  • Metuchen, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client, a leader in connectivity solutions, is looking for a dedicated Staff Accountant/Payroll specialist to join their team in the Metuchen, New Jersey area. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards. You will collaborate closely with the Director of Accounting and Senior Accountants to support various financial activities and payroll functions.</p><p><br></p><p>Salary is 65,000 - 75,000.</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits include medical insurance, 401k, and PTO. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Collaborate with the accounting team to facilitate month-end close processes and ensure timely completion.</p><p>• Reconcile accounts and analyze financial data to maintain accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to standards.</p><p>• Provide backup support for payroll processing, ensuring timely and accurate payroll distribution.</p><p>• Assist with corporate tax filings, including sales tax and corporate tax returns.</p><p>• Contribute to audit preparation and support internal control measures.</p><p>• Analyze financial reports and provide insights to aid in decision-making processes.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting regulations at all times.</p><p>• Participate in special financial projects as assigned by management.</p>
  • 2026-04-17T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Somerset, NJ
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process complete payroll cycles for a large employee population, ensuring wages, deductions, and adjustments are calculated accurately and delivered on schedule.</p><p>• Administer multi-state payroll activities in compliance with applicable tax regulations, wage laws, and reporting requirements across jurisdictions.</p><p>• Use ADP Workforce Now to maintain payroll records, review employee data, and execute payroll transactions efficiently.</p><p>• Audit payroll data before final submission to identify discrepancies, correct errors, and reduce payment issues.</p><p>• Respond to employee and internal stakeholder questions related to pay, deductions, time records, and payroll discrepancies in a timely manner.</p><p>• Reconcile payroll reports and support documentation to confirm accuracy between payroll registers, benefit deductions, and tax filings.</p><p>• Maintain organized payroll records and assist with compliance reporting, internal reviews, and payroll-related documentation needs.</p><p>• Support payroll process updates or system-related changes as needed while helping ensure continuity and accuracy in payroll operations.</p>
  • 2026-05-11T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Glen Cove, NY
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 25 - 30 USD / Hourly
  • <p>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.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><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
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 145000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage bi‑weekly payroll processing for hourly, salaried, and contract employees across multiple payroll groups.</p><p>• Review and validate payroll timekeeping, attendance, and payroll input data to ensure accurate payroll calculations.</p><p>• Administer payroll components including commissions, bonuses, garnishments, deductions, and payroll tax withholdings.</p><p>• Set up, maintain, and update payroll tax accounts to support ongoing payroll compliance.</p><p>• Process payroll tax filings, payroll tax payments, and year‑end payroll activities, including W‑2 preparation.</p><p>• Prepare payroll journal entries, complete payroll reconciliations, and support payroll cost allocations to the general ledger.</p><p>• Produce payroll reports and assist with payroll audits, payroll system updates, and payroll process improvements.</p><p>• Partner closely with HR and Accounting on payroll changes related to new hires, terminations, and compensation updates.</p><p>• Ensure payroll practices remain compliant with payroll regulations, payroll tax requirements, and company policies.</p><p>• Support payroll system integrations and maintain alignment between payroll and accounting processes.</p>
  • 2026-04-28T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • New York, NY
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 29.2885 - 33.913 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a healthcare organization in New York, New York in a contract capacity with the potential for a long-term opportunity. This position is ideal for a payroll specialist who can manage complex, high-volume payroll operations with accuracy, discretion, and strong attention to deadlines. The role will support multi-state payroll processing and help ensure employees are paid correctly and on time while maintaining compliance with applicable payroll regulations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process end-to-end payroll for a large employee population of more than 500 team members across multiple states.</p><p>• Review payroll data for accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and ensure timely completion of each payroll cycle.</p><p>• Administer payroll activities using ADP Workforce Now and ADP Enterprise to maintain reliable employee and compensation records.</p><p>• Monitor payroll-related deductions, taxes, garnishments, and benefit withholdings to support compliant processing.</p><p>• Partner with HR, finance, and internal stakeholders to address payroll questions and research employee pay issues.</p><p>• Prepare payroll reports, reconcile payroll totals, and maintain documentation needed for audits and internal review.</p><p>• Support payroll updates, configuration changes, or process-related system activities as needed within the payroll environment.</p><p>• Stay current on federal, state, and local payroll requirements to help maintain compliance across jurisdictions</p>
  • 2026-05-13T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • New York, NY
  • onsite
  • 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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage end-to-end payroll operations for employees, ensuring timely and accurate processing.<br>• Handle payroll for garnishments and other deductions in compliance with legal requirements.<br>• Utilize Workday software to execute payroll tasks and maintain records effectively.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to address payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.<br>• Maintain accurate documentation of payroll activities and employee records.<br>• Process payroll for a workforce ranging from 101 to 500 employees.<br>• Review and verify payroll reports for accuracy before submitting final payments.<br>• Stay updated on changes in payroll laws and implement necessary adjustments.<br>• Provide support during audits by preparing required payroll documentation.
  • 2026-05-08T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Yonkers, NY
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 25 - 37.015 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join a construction-focused team in New York. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for someone with strong payroll experience who can manage high-volume processing with accuracy while supporting both union and non-union employee groups. The position requires someone who can navigate payroll compliance requirements, respond to employee inquiries, and help maintain timely and accurate payroll operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process weekly payroll information for union employees with a high level of accuracy and attention to deadlines.<br>• Support bi-weekly payroll preparation for non-union staff, ensuring earnings, deductions, and adjustments are recorded correctly.<br>• Review payroll records and payment activity to verify that wages, withholdings, and pay dates align with company and regulatory requirements.<br>• Contribute to the completion of quarterly payroll tax filings and related reporting documentation.<br>• Respond to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, and payroll records in a clear and helpful manner.<br>• Maintain payroll data within applicable systems and ensure employee information is updated consistently.<br>• Apply union contract terms, dues requirements, and wage rules when processing payroll for covered employees.<br>• Assist with payroll reporting needs for a large employee population in a multi-state environment.<br>• Protect sensitive payroll and employee information by following strict confidentiality standards.
  • 2026-05-12T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Willingboro, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 85000 - 93000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team in Willingboro, New Jersey. In this role, you will handle payroll processing for a high volume of employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with tax regulations and company policies. This position also involves assisting with administrative tasks, reconciling benefit deductions, and maintaining employee records.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review and verify timesheets for accuracy before approval.<br>• Process weekly payroll, including tax deductions, garnishments, and benefit withholdings.<br>• Maintain and update employee records, ensuring all information is current and accurate.<br>• Assist with tax reporting and compliance, ensuring adherence to legal requirements.<br>• Provide administrative support to the payroll department as needed.<br>• Handle garnishment processing and ensure proper documentation.<br>• Review and process benefit invoices for payment.<br>• Reconcile account discrepancies and respond to payroll-related inquiries.<br>• Support vendor invoicing and ensure timely processing.
  • 2026-05-06T00:00:00Z
Payroll Specialist
  • Saddle Brook, NJ
  • remote
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a large employee population in Teaneck, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong experience managing end-to-end payroll in a multi-state environment and can work confidently with high-volume processing. The role requires close attention to detail, sound payroll knowledge, and hands-on experience using ADP Workforce Now to help maintain compliance and efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process complete payroll cycles for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring accuracy and on-schedule delivery.<br>• Administer payroll activities across multiple states while applying applicable wage, tax, and compliance requirements.<br>• Use ADP Workforce Now to enter, review, validate, and finalize payroll data for regular and off-cycle runs.<br>• Audit payroll records, earnings, deductions, and tax withholdings to identify and resolve discrepancies promptly.<br>• Partner with internal teams to gather timekeeping, compensation, and employee data needed for payroll completion.<br>• Respond to payroll-related questions from employees and provide clear support regarding pay, deductions, and adjustments.<br>• Maintain organized payroll documentation and support reporting needs for audits, reconciliations, and management review.
  • 2026-05-14T00:00:00Z
Payroll Clerk
  • New York, NY
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 20 - 22 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our non-profit organization in New York, New York. In this long-term contract position, you will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring smooth accounting operations, and supporting the organization&#39;s mission. This opportunity is ideal for professionals who excel in numeric data entry and possess strong Microsoft Excel skills.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and post accounting entries from the billing system to maintain accurate financial records.<br>• Reconcile accounts receivable subledgers to ensure the integrity of financial data.<br>• Record cash receipts and manage payment processing efficiently.<br>• Conduct regular reviews of accounting data to identify and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Collaborate with team members on improving overall financial processes and reporting.<br>• Support month-end and year-end closing procedures to ensure timely financial reporting.<br>• Maintain compliance with organizational policies and accounting standards.<br>• Assist with audits by providing accurate financial documentation and explanations.<br>• Generate reports and summaries to support decision-making processes.<br>• Communicate effectively with other departments to address financial inquiries or concerns.
  • 2026-04-20T00:00:00Z
Payroll Clerk
  • Princeton, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 55000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to join our team in Princeton, New Jersey. This role is ideal for someone with experience in payroll processing and human resources support who thrives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring accurate payroll management while providing administrative assistance to the HR department.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process biweekly payroll with accuracy and efficiency, ensuring all employee data is correctly maintained.</p><p>• Manage daily administrative tasks related to manual payroll operations.</p><p>• Assist the Human Resources department in handling employee benefits and record maintenance.</p><p>• Support recruitment activities by coordinating schedules and maintaining applicant records.</p><p>• Provide clerical support for HR communications and employee-related inquiries.</p><p>• Maintain compliance with relevant payroll and HR regulations.</p><p>• Prepare and distribute payroll reports and documentation as needed.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to address payroll discrepancies and resolve issues.</p><p>• Ensure confidentiality and security of employee information.</p><p>• Contribute to process improvements within payroll and HR functions.</p>
  • 2026-05-08T00:00:00Z
Tax Accountant
  • New York, NY
  • remote
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a Tax Accountant to support nonprofit and corporate tax reporting, bookkeeping, and regulatory compliance activities in New York, New York. This position combines hands-on preparation of exempt organization filings with ongoing financial recordkeeping, client coordination, and support for audits and reporting deadlines. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in Form 990 compliance, strong accounting judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and professionalism.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and submit exempt organization tax filings, including Forms 990, 990-EZ, 990-N, and 990-PF, while managing review, signature, and extension processes as needed.<br>• Coordinate directly with clients to gather financial data, validate documentation, resolve discrepancies, and ensure complete and accurate reporting for annual filings.<br>• Perform public support testing for applicable organizations and communicate findings clearly to internal stakeholders for follow-up and planning.<br>• Produce and file related tax and financial reporting documents such as FBARs, Forms 1099, and Schedule K-1 packages in accordance with reporting requirements.<br>• Maintain bookkeeping records for nonprofit clients by posting transactions, reconciling accounts, tracking donations and grant activity, and monitoring payroll and disbursement activity.<br>• Prepare monthly financial statements and assemble supporting financial materials for board meetings, grant reporting, and other stakeholder reporting needs.<br>• Serve as a liaison among clients, auditors, and external accounting professionals to support audits, tax return completion, and other compliance matters.<br>• Manage in-house accounting and regulatory reporting for affiliated entities, including invoicing, receivables oversight, state registration support, and required annual tax filings.<br>• Contribute to process improvements that strengthen client communication, increase efficiency, and enhance the overall quality of tax and bookkeeping services.<br>• Take on additional accounting, compliance, and reporting assignments as business needs evolve.
  • 2026-05-12T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • New York, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 60000 - 65000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Growing New York City firm is currently seeking a Payroll Administrator to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a multi-state employee population in New York, New York. This role works closely with a payroll team to review timekeeping data and ensure each payroll cycle is completed with precision. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process weekly payroll for a multi-state employee population of approximately 300 staff members with a strong focus on accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Partner with a payroll team to complete end-to-end payroll activities and help maintain smooth weekly payroll operations at the corporate office.</p><p>• Verify tax setup and withholding details to ensure employees are taxed appropriately based on their assigned work locations and payroll records.</p><p>• Administer wage garnishments, including setup, ongoing deductions, and related compliance tracking.</p><p>• Coordinate with branch-level teams that enter payroll data to ensure submitted information is complete, consistent, and ready for processing.</p>
  • 2026-05-12T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Waldwick, NJ
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 27.7115 - 32.087 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a multi-state employee population in Waldwick, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage end-to-end payroll processing, maintain compliance with payroll regulations, and resolve payroll-related issues with precision. The role requires strong hands-on experience with payroll systems and the ability to handle payroll for an organization with 101 to 500 employees.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process end-to-end payroll for employees across multiple states, ensuring wages, deductions, and taxes are calculated correctly and delivered on schedule.</p><p>• Maintain payroll records and audit payroll data regularly to confirm accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.</p><p>• Use an in house payroll system to manage payroll transactions, review system inputs, and address discrepancies before final payroll submission.</p><p>• Coordinate payroll updates involving new hires, terminations, compensation changes, bonuses, and other employee status adjustments.</p><p>• Respond to employee questions related to pay, tax withholdings, deductions, and payroll corrections in a timely and thorough manner.</p><p>• A</p>
  • 2026-05-14T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Roslyn, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Payroll Specialist opportunity available with well-established company in the Roslyn area. Weekly union payroll processing experience is key to your success with this leading construction company. In addition to working with a terrific team, your job will offer excellent healthcare benefits, career stability and the opportunity to build your career with an industry leader. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process full-cycle payroll for 400+ employees, ensuring timely and accurate payments.</p><p>• Handle multi-state payroll operations, including adherence to varying state laws and regulations.</p><p>• Manage payroll for unionized employees, ensuring compliance with collective bargaining agreements.</p><p>• Utilize payroll service to conduct payroll tasks and generate essential reports.</p><p>• Collaborate with HR and finance teams to address payroll-related inquiries and resolve discrepancies.</p><p>• Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure proper documentation for audits and compliance.</p><p>• Stay current with changes in payroll laws and regulations to ensure company compliance.</p><p>• Assist in payroll-related reporting and budgeting processes.</p><p>• Provide support during payroll system updates or transitions, ensuring seamless operations</p>
  • 2026-05-08T00:00:00Z
Payroll Administrator
  • Hoboken, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000 - 88000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Our client is a dynamic, growth-oriented organization that values innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives. This is an opportunity to join a team focused on delivering impactful solutions and driving operational excellence in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>The Payroll Specialist is responsible for ensuring accurate and compliant processing of multi-state payroll across the U.S. This position plays a key role in maintaining financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and a high level of service for internal stakeholders. The role partners closely with HR, finance, and external vendors to support payroll operations, reporting, and audit activities.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Process and reconcile multi-state, semi-monthly payroll with a high degree of accuracy</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations</li><li>Administer payroll transactions including wages, bonuses, severance, and garnishments</li><li>Prepare payroll-related journal entries, accrals, and general ledger reconciliations</li><li>Support quarterly and annual tax filings (W-2, 941, etc.) in coordination with vendors</li><li>Serve as a point of contact for payroll-related inquiries</li><li>Partner with HR on employee data updates and benefit deductions</li><li>Maintain data integrity across payroll and financial systems</li><li>Assist with internal and external audits</li><li>Identify opportunities for process improvements and strengthen internal controls</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2026-05-01T00:00:00Z
Payroll Manager
  • Queens, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 100000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Prominent Queens based organization is currently seeking a Payroll Manager to support payroll operations for a workforce of roughly 300+ employees. This position is well suited for someone who thrives in a busy construction setting and can balance accuracy, compliance, and deadlines with confidence. The role requires strong expertise in union payroll, tax reporting, and payroll accounting, along with the ability to partner effectively with HR, finance, and leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage weekly and biweekly payroll cycles for approximately 300+ employees, ensuring timely and accurate payment processing.</p><p>• Oversee union payroll activities by applying contract terms, wage scales, and related payment rules correctly.</p><p>• Review earnings, overtime, benefit deductions, garnishments, and other payroll adjustments to confirm proper calculations.</p><p>• Prepare payroll tax filings and maintain compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.</p><p>• Reconcile payroll-related accounts, assist with journal entries, and support month-end general ledger close activities.</p><p>• Maintain organized payroll records and verify that employee information in the payroll system remains current and accurate.</p><p>• Collaborate with Human Resources, Accounting, and operational leaders to investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies efficiently.</p><p>• Produce audit support, certified payroll documentation, and other required payroll reports as needed.</p><p>• Monitor updates to payroll legislation, tax requirements, and union agreements to help maintain ongoing compliance.</p>
  • 2026-04-23T00:00:00Z
Payroll Manager
  • New York, NY
  • remote
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 55 - 65 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Manager Consultant who has overseen international payrolls, used UKG, and managed staff to join our client on an interim basis. The Payroll Manager consultant will lead payroll operations for a large, complex workforce. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented candidate who can oversee domestic and international payroll processes with accuracy, timeliness, and strong compliance knowledge. The role will support payroll activity across multiple states while partnering with key stakeholders to maintain reliable systems, reporting, and employee service.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct end-to-end payroll processing for a high-volume employee population, ensuring accurate and timely pay distribution across recurring payroll cycles.</p><p>• Oversee multi-state payroll administration and help maintain compliance with applicable wage, tax, and reporting requirements.</p><p>• Manage international payroll coordination for designated global entities, working with external vendors and internal partners to support accurate processing.</p><p>• Lead and coach a payroll team of three, setting priorities, reviewing output, and promoting consistent service delivery.</p><p>• Administer payroll activities within systems such as Workday, Immedis, and ADP Workforce Now, while helping resolve system-related issues and data discrepancies.</p><p>• Review payroll inputs, audits, reconciliations, and exception reports to identify errors and implement corrective action before final processing.</p><p>• Partner with HR, Finance, and other business teams to support payroll reporting, employee changes, and process improvements.</p><p>• Maintain payroll records, controls, and documentation to support internal policies, audits, and regulatory requirements.</p>
  • 2026-05-13T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our dynamic team in Hoboken, New Jersey. In this role, you will contribute to key accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger tasks, while ensuring accurate financial reporting. This position offers an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a fast-paced environment with access to industry-leading tools.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and record journal entries to ensure accurate financial reporting.<br>• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, including handling payment adjustments and cash receipts.<br>• Perform month-end closing activities and reconcile bank accounts.<br>• Monitor and resolve billing discrepancies and outstanding account balances.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure invoices are properly coded and financial data is accurate.<br>• Utilize accounting software, such as Yardi, to maintain and analyze financial records.<br>• Contribute to special projects and ad hoc assignments to support the accounting department.<br>• Assist in maintaining the general ledger and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.<br>• Prepare financial reports and provide insights to support decision-making.
  • 2026-05-01T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • New York, NY
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in New York, New York. This role requires a motivated individual with strong analytical skills to support critical accounting functions such as inventory management, journal entries, and tax compliance. If you enjoy working in a dynamic environment and contributing to process improvements, this position offers an excellent opportunity for growth.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Assist in the preparation and execution of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, including journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.<br>• Conduct inventory accounting tasks, such as tracking inventory movements, reconciling records to the general ledger, and investigating discrepancies.<br>• Analyze inventory reserve calculations and prepare cost of goods sold reports to ensure accurate financial reporting.<br>• Reconcile and maintain accuracy of key balance sheet accounts, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, prepaid expenses, and accrued liabilities.<br>• Support physical inventory counts and cycle count programs to ensure proper valuation and reporting.<br>• Collaborate on intercompany transactions and eliminations to maintain accurate consolidated accounts.<br>• Manage fixed asset records, including updates and depreciation schedules.<br>• Prepare sales and use tax filings and assist with other state and local tax compliance requirements.<br>• Provide documentation and respond to inquiries during internal and external audits.<br>• Identify and suggest enhancements to accounting processes and internal controls to improve efficiency.
  • 2026-04-14T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 60000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Are you a detail-driven accounting professional who thrives on accuracy and impact? We’re looking for a Staff Accountant to play a key role in maintaining the financial health of our organization. This position offers hands-on involvement across core accounting functions, exposure to meaningful business operations, and the opportunity to contribute to a collaborative, high-performing finance team. This position is responsible for maintaining financial records, reconciling accounts, providing accounts receivable support, handling invoice inquiries, cash management, monitoring aging schedules, assisting with month-end close, implementing process improvements, and supporting reporting activities in accordance with healthcare regulations and accounting standards. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and experienced in a fast-paced healthcare environment, with a strong understanding of general ledger accounting and a commitment to accuracy, confidentiality, and continuous improvement.</p><p><br></p><p>Everyday Responsibilities</p><p>·      Prepare journal entries, general ledger reconciliations and account analysis</p><p>·      Assist with daily accounting functions</p><p>·      Reconcile and monitor collection accounts</p><p>·      Ensure compliance with applicable standards (GAAP)</p><p>·      Reconcile bank statements and financial accounts</p><p>·      Monitor the record keeping system</p><p>·      Research and resolve accounting discrepancies</p><p>·      Prepare daily credit card transactions</p><p>·      Assist with audits and provide supporting documentation needed</p>
  • 2026-04-24T00:00:00Z
Staff Accountant
  • Bethlehem, PA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • <p>Robert Half has partnered with a growing manufacturing company in their search for a Staff Accountant with stable accounting skills. The responsibilities for this Staff Accountant role consist of handling general accounting operations such as assisting with accounts payable/receivable activities, reviewing general ledger accounts, preparing financial reports, assisting with financial research, processing vendor payments, maintaining internal controls, performing cost analysis, providing customer service as needed and collaborating with financial and executive leadership. The ideal candidate for this role should have possessed great day-to-day accounting abilities in compliance with legal industry standards and firm policies. We are looking for someone with strong problem-solving skills and can maintain accurate financial records and contribute to the overall financial health of the firm.</p><p><br></p><p>Everyday Responsibilities</p><p>·      Prepare journal entries and maintain the general ledger </p><p>·      Assist with month-end close, including reconciliations and financial reporting (4-day close cycle) </p><p>·      Support inventory and cost accounting processes within a manufacturing setting </p><p>·      Reconcile accounts and investigate discrepancies </p><p>·      Assist with financial statement preparation and variance analysis </p><p>·      Work cross-functionally to ensure accurate financial data and reporting </p><p>·      Support audits and ensure compliance with internal controls</p>
  • 2026-05-06T00:00:00Z
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