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36 results for Hr Payroll Assistant in Morristown, NJ

Human Resources & Payroll Administrator

New York, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
65000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is working with a luxury retailer to hire a Payroll & Human Resources Associate to support their U.S. operations. This role reports directly to senior human resources leadership and serves as the primary owner of payroll processing for approximately 100 employees across boutique locations, while also supporting HR operations, onboarding, benefits administration, and compliance initiatives. Primary Duties: <ul><li>Own payroll preparation and processing support across U.S. retail boutiques using ADP Workforce Now (required)</li><li>Review and validate weekly timecards for non-exempt employees, including PTO usage and overtime tracking</li><li>Manage commission calculations, monthly bonuses, and compensation adjustments</li><li>Process new hire entries, terminations, and final pay calculations</li><li>Support off-cycle payroll processing as needed</li><li>Audit payroll registers prior to submission and ensure data accuracy</li><li>Monitor overtime trends and flag inconsistencies aligned with operational needs</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal commission structures and payroll policies</li><li>Coordinate onboarding administration and employee documentation</li><li>Prepare offer letters and onboarding communications</li><li>Maintain accurate employee files and HRIS records</li><li>Support benefits enrollment communications and timelines</li><li>Assist employees with benefits-related questions and escalations</li><li>Coordinate background and reference checks</li><li>Maintain organizational charts and internal HR reporting tools</li><li>Liaise with third-party benefits providers and insurance partners</li><li>Assist with new hire setup coordination (equipment access, system setup support)</li><li>Respond to employee inquiries related to PTO, payroll, and benefits</li><li>Support performance review cycles and annual HR initiatives</li><li>Assist with annual benefits renewals</li><li>Support compliance reporting (EEO, OSHA, state requirements)</li><li>Assist with 401(k) testing and Form 5500 audit preparation</li><li>Track workers’ compensation incidents and reporting requirements</li><li>Provide administrative recruiting support when needed</li></ul>
2026-08-18T00:00:00Z

HR Manager

Edison, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced HR Manager to lead core people operations and provide strategic support for a growing organization in Edison, NJ. This role will guide day-to-day human resources activities, strengthen employee relations practices, and help managers navigate performance, compliance, and workforce matters with confidence. The ideal candidate brings deep HR expertise, strong judgment, and the ability to balance hands-on execution with team leadership. Responsibilities:• Lead and mentor HR Generalists and HR Assistants in partnership with senior HR leadership, fostering a high-performing and service-oriented team.• Act as a trusted advisor on employee relations concerns by conducting workplace investigations, addressing conflict, and recommending practical resolutions.• Drive performance management efforts by coaching supervisors, supporting feedback conversations, and encouraging employee growth and accountability.• Maintain compliance with employment regulations across applicable federal, state, and local jurisdictions, including multi-state workforce requirements.• Review payroll activities for accuracy and policy alignment, helping ensure timely and compliant pay practices.• Manage employee benefits administration by coordinating open enrollment, responding to employee questions, and working closely with external providers.• Provide oversight and guidance for leave administration, ensuring employees and managers understand available programs and related procedures.• Direct workers’ compensation case handling, including claim follow-up, documentation, and communication with insurance partners.• Identify opportunities to improve HR workflows, policies, and administrative processes to better support organizational growth.• Support onboarding and HRIS-related activities to help maintain accurate employee records and a smooth employee experience.
2026-09-08T00:00:00Z

HR Operations Specialist

Morristown, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
Our client, a rapidly growing organization is expanding their Human Resources team and seeking an HR Operations Specialist to join their Morristown, NJ office.This is an outstanding opportunity for an HR professional with 3 to 5 years of experience who is looking to take the next step in their career within a highly visible role. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Human Resources, this individual will play a key role in supporting HR operations, employee programs, and the overall employee experience while helping build processes that can scale alongside a growing organization. What You'll Be Doing<ul><li>Support the full employee lifecycle, from recruiting and onboarding through offboarding</li><li>Coordinate recruitment activities including job postings, interview scheduling, candidate communications, and pre-employment processes</li><li>Lead onboarding efforts and facilitate new hire orientation programs</li><li>Maintain employee records and ensure HRIS data integrity</li><li>Serve as a primary point of contact for employee benefits questions and enrollment support</li><li>Assist with employee relations matters and provide guidance on HR policies and procedures</li><li>Partner with leadership on HR initiatives, process improvements, and organizational projects</li><li>Support HR compliance efforts and help ensure adherence to employment laws and company policies</li><li>Assist with HR reporting, organizational charts, workforce data, and special projects</li><li>Coordinate HR vendor relationships, invoicing, and other operational responsibilities</li></ul>
2026-08-19T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Administrator

Princeton, NJ
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Temporary / Contract
33 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an organized Human Resources Administrator to support core HR and payroll operations for growing organization in the Princeton, New Jersey area. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage employee records, respond to workforce inquiries, and help maintain accurate payroll and HR data across integrated systems. The role requires close attention to detail, strong reporting skills, and the ability to assist with system support, audits, and administrative processes in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Manage shared HR service inboxes each day and provide timely, attentive responses to employee questions and requests.• Support bi-weekly payroll activities by preparing, updating, and maintaining records related to employee data, time reporting, pay, benefits, leave, taxes, deductions, and related transactions.• Maintain personnel, departmental, and employment files while preserving data accuracy within the Human Capital Management system and associated modules.• Develop and update custom reports to meet recurring and ad hoc internal or external reporting needs.• Review and process payroll-related changes by checking documentation, validating details, and assisting with audits before updates are finalized.• Perform payroll support tasks such as calculating and verifying earnings, retirement contributions, retroactive adjustments, contract changes, hours worked, tax details, and leave balances.• Assist with end-user support, evaluate the impact of proposed system updates, and participate in user acceptance testing for new modules or regional deployments.• Coordinate audit, documentation, and reporting activities to help ensure payroll, benefits, and tax information is applied and reported correctly.• Enter compensation updates after confirming approvals, coding accuracy, and alignment with payroll adjustment requirements.• Provide additional administrative support across HR operations as business needs require.
2026-09-03T00:00:00Z

HR Coordinator

Newark, NJ
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Temporary / Contract
25.3365 - 29.337 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented HR Coordinator to support payroll and human resources operations for a Long-term Contract position based in Newark, New Jersey. This onsite role offers the opportunity to work closely with employees and internal teams while helping maintain accurate records, timely payroll processing, and smooth onboarding activities. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment with sensitive information, and hands-on experience using HR systems and Excel in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Review bi-weekly payroll information in ADP Workforce Now to help ensure pay data is complete, accurate, and processed on time. • Enter and maintain employee records, including hires, status updates, separations, benefit-related deductions, and paid time off changes. • Examine timekeeping details, investigate discrepancies, and partner with appropriate contacts to resolve payroll issues promptly. • Support employees with HR self-service tools and respond to questions related to pay, records, and routine HR processes. • Generate payroll and human resources reports using ADP and Excel to support tracking, analysis, and day-to-day operations. • Organize and maintain personnel documentation, filing systems, and records in accordance with confidentiality and compliance standards. • Coordinate pre-employment activities such as reference checks, background screenings, onboarding steps, and training assignments. • Assist with administrative HR tasks including invoice preparation, employment verification responses, unemployment documentation, garnishment processing, and workers’ compensation paperwork.
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Manager

White Plains, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Manager to lead core people operations and support a positive, compliant workplace environment in White Plains, New York. This role will oversee key HR programs, guide employee relations matters, and manage essential processes across benefits, onboarding, and HR administration. The ideal candidate brings strong organizational judgment, a service-oriented mindset, and hands-on experience with HR systems and day-to-day employee support. Responsibilities: • Manage daily human resources operations, ensuring policies, records, and employee support activities are handled accurately and efficiently. • Serve as a primary resource for employee relations concerns, providing guidance, documentation, and appropriate follow-up on workplace matters. • Administer employee benefit programs, coordinate enrollments and updates, and respond to questions related to available plans and coverage. • Oversee onboarding activities for new hires, including process coordination, required documentation, and a smooth introduction to company policies and procedures. • Maintain and update HRIS data to support accurate reporting, employee records management, and compliance with internal standards. • Partner with leadership to support workforce needs, recommend HR best practices, and improve overall employee experience. • Ensure HR procedures align with applicable employment regulations and company expectations, escalating issues when needed. • Prepare and review HR-related reports, metrics, and documentation to support decision-making and operational planning.
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

Human Resources Manager

Jackson, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Manager to lead people operations for a multi-site organization in Jackson, New Jersey. This role oversees employee relations, onboarding compliance, labor matters, and policy execution across locations in multiple states. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, knowledge of employment law, and the ability to support leaders in maintaining a compliant, productive, and engaged workforce. Responsibilities:• Guide HR strategy and day-to-day people practices to support organizational goals across multiple locations.• Oversee compliance with federal, state, and healthcare workforce regulations, ensuring employment practices meet all applicable requirements.• Manage onboarding processes by confirming required employee documentation is collected accurately and in accordance with state-specific standards.• Lead employee relations matters, including workplace investigations, disciplinary actions, conflict resolution, and performance-related guidance for managers.• Direct termination processes and provide recommendations to leadership to ensure consistent, compliant decision-making and documentation.• Serve as the primary HR partner for union-related issues, including contract interpretation, grievance handling, labor meetings, and support during collective bargaining activities.• Advise executive, regional, and site leadership on HR policies, workforce planning, retention efforts, and succession initiatives.• Review workforce trends and staffing data to identify opportunities that improve retention, productivity, and overall employee engagement.• Support compensation, benefits, and training programs by partnering with leadership on pay practices, vendor coordination, and compliance education.• Travel to facilities as needed to provide on-site HR support, reinforce best practices, and address operational workforce needs.
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

Payroll Administrator

Howell, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
Benefits:<ul><li>medical</li><li>dental</li><li>vision</li><li>paid time off </li></ul>Responsibilities:• Maintain payroll records and verify employee data changes, including earnings, benefits, garnishments, and tax elections, within the payroll system.• Support payroll-related process updates or system-related changes when needed, ensuring minimal disruption to payroll operations.• Reconcile payroll reports, earnings summaries, and tax-related records to support accurate financial reporting and audit readiness.• Respond to employee and management inquiries regarding pay, deductions, taxes, and payroll processing issues in a thorough and attentive manner.• Use ADP Workforce Now to administer payroll activities, review calculations, and resolve discrepancies before final submission.• Monitor compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and apply updates to payroll practices as needed.
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

Payroll Administrator

Lawrenceville, NJ
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Temporary to Hire
28 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to join a legal organization in Lawrenceville, NJ in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This position is ideal for a payroll specialist who can oversee complete payroll operations with precision, discretion, and a strong understanding of compliance requirements. The role works closely with finance and HR partners to ensure employees are paid accurately and on schedule while maintaining reliable payroll records and supporting related accounting activities. Responsibilities:• Manage the full payroll cycle for employees on a bi-weekly and semi-monthly basis, ensuring timely and accurate processing.• Examine time records, pay data, and supporting documentation to identify inconsistencies and resolve payroll issues promptly.• Prepare and validate earnings and deductions, including overtime, incentive pay, commissions, garnishments, and applicable tax withholdings.• Maintain accurate records for employee paid time off and other leave balances, ensuring updates are reflected correctly in payroll systems.• Reconcile payroll results with budget figures and general ledger accounts to support accurate financial reporting.• Address employee questions related to pay, deductions, and payroll records with clear, courteous communication.• Assist with internal reviews and external audit requests, including documentation needed for payroll-related and workers’ compensation audits.• Monitor changes in payroll regulations and recommend enhancements to processes, controls, or systems when appropriate.• Contribute to additional accounting or finance projects as needed to support departmental priorities.
2026-09-03T00:00:00Z

Payroll Administrator

Dayton, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 75000 USD / Yearly
benefits:<ul><li>M/D/V</li><li>PTO</li><li>401k Match </li></ul> Responsibilities<ul><li>Process weekly, bi-weekly, and semi-monthly payroll accurately and on time.</li><li>Maintain employee payroll records and update payroll information as needed.</li><li>Review timesheets, earnings, deductions, garnishments, and benefits for accuracy.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.</li><li>Process new hires, terminations, and employee status changes.</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies.</li></ul>
2026-09-10T00:00:00Z

Payroll Administrator

Westbury, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for a workforce of approximately 350 employees in Westbury, New York. This position supports a largely unionized field population and requires close attention to wage rules, timekeeping records, and payroll compliance. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll knowledge, experience handling multi-state processing, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment; Spanish language skills are highly valued. Responsibilities: • Process end-to-end payroll for roughly 350 employees, ensuring each pay cycle is completed accurately and on schedule. • Review timekeeping and punch records to confirm hours worked, identify discrepancies, and resolve issues before payroll submission. • Administer payroll for a predominantly union workforce, applying contract terms and maintaining current union wage rates. • Calculate and verify prevailing wage payments in accordance with applicable job and labor requirements. • Prepare and transfer payroll data into the accounting platform and coordinate submissions for processing through Paychex. • Maintain payroll records, audit supporting documentation, and help ensure compliance with internal standards and applicable regulations. • Partner with supervisors and internal stakeholders to address payroll questions, corrections, and employee pay-related concerns. • Support multi-state payroll activities while helping ensure proper treatment of earnings, deductions, and wage updates.
2026-08-20T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Somerset, NJ
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Temporary / Contract
33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for an organization in Somerset, New Jersey. This Contract position requires someone who can manage end-to-end payroll processing across multiple states while maintaining compliance and employee confidence. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with high-volume payroll environments and hands-on knowledge of UKG platforms. Responsibilities:• Process full-cycle payroll for a large employee population, ensuring wages, deductions, taxes, and adjustments are calculated correctly and delivered on schedule.• Administer payroll activity across multiple states while following applicable tax regulations, wage laws, and reporting requirements.• Use ADP Workforce Now, UKG Pro, and UKG Ready to enter, validate, reconcile, and maintain payroll data with a high level of accuracy.• Review timekeeping, earnings, garnishments, benefits, and other payroll inputs to identify discrepancies and resolve issues before payroll is finalized.• Prepare payroll reports, audit supporting records, and maintain documentation needed for internal controls and compliance reviews.• Respond to employee and management questions related to pay, deductions, and payroll records in a timely and courteous manner.• Partner with HR, finance, and related teams to ensure personnel changes, compensation updates, and tax information are reflected correctly in payroll systems
2026-08-21T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Somerset, NJ
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Temporary to Hire
31.6635 - 36.663 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join a manufacturing organization in Bridgewater, New Jersey on a contract basis with the potential for a permanent position. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented payroll specialist who can manage high-volume payroll operations with accuracy, maintain compliance across multiple states, and support employees with timely payroll processing. The role will play an important part in ensuring dependable payroll administration for a large workforce while working with established payroll systems and processes. Responsibilities:• Process end-to-end payroll for a large employee population, ensuring wages, deductions, and tax withholdings are calculated accurately and issued on schedule.• Administer multi-state payroll activities in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.• Review payroll data for discrepancies, investigate variances, and resolve issues before final submission.• Maintain employee payroll records, including updates related to earnings, deductions, direct deposit details, and tax information.• Partner with HR, finance, and internal stakeholders to address payroll questions and support smooth payroll operations.• Use payroll platforms such as Workday and other workforce management systems to complete payroll tasks and reporting.• Prepare payroll reports, reconcile payroll totals, and support audit-ready documentation for internal review.• Assist with payroll-related process updates and system-related activities as needed within the department.
2026-09-08T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

New York, NY
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a luxury retail organization in New York, New York. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage payroll activities for large groups of hourly employees across multiple states. The person in this role will work closely with a small payroll team, helping ensure timely and accurate pay processing while maintaining strong attention to detail. Responsibilities: • Process end-to-end payroll for hourly retail employees across assigned regions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company standards. • Review employee time records, identify discrepancies, and follow up with appropriate partners to resolve payroll issues before final submission. • Support multi-state payroll administration for a workforce of more than 500 employees. • Use ADP Workforce Now to maintain payroll data, process earnings and deductions, and assist with regular payroll cycles. • Partner with the payroll team to help meet deadlines and maintain smooth day-to-day payroll operations. • Prepare and validate payroll-related reports using advanced Excel functions and formulas. • Investigate payroll variances and help correct errors related to pay, hours worked, or employee records.
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Bronx, NY
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Temporary / Contract
35.15 - 40.7 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a legal organization in Bronx, New York. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage payroll activities with accuracy and independence for a workforce of approximately 505 employees. The role requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment in payroll review, and the ability to help maintain continuity during an upcoming payroll platform implementation. Responsibilities: • Process end-to-end payroll for a multi-state employee population of roughly 505 staff members, ensuring timely and accurate pay distribution. • Examine timesheets and payroll records to identify discrepancies, resolve issues, and support compliance with internal policies and payroll regulations. • Administer payroll-related reimbursements and verify supporting documentation before payment is issued. • Maintain payroll data within systems such as ADP Workforce Now, UKG Pro, and Paychex, keeping employee records current and accurate. • Partner with internal stakeholders to answer payroll questions, address exceptions, and provide reliable support on pay-related matters. • Assist with payroll audits, reconciliations, and reporting to strengthen accuracy and readiness for review. • Contribute to payroll operations connected to an upcoming system implementation by validating data and supporting process continuity. • Apply consistent controls and documentation practices to help ensure compliance across payroll activities.
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Gladstone, NJ
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Temporary / Contract
33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a organization in Somerset County, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract position requires someone who can step in quickly, work fully onsite, and manage payroll activities with minimal direction. The role is ideal for someone with strong Paycom expertise who is comfortable handling recurring payroll cycles, employee pay changes, and benefits-related payroll coordination in a fast-paced environment. Payroll Specialist Responsibilities:• Process bi-monthly payroll accurately • Maintain payroll records in Paycom, ensuring employee earnings, deductions, and contract-based compensation are entered and updated correctly.• Support payroll administration for faculty paid across a 12-month schedule, including review of salary arrangements tied to contract periods.• Partner with internal contacts and benefits support resources to assist with open enrollment activities and related payroll updates.• Review payroll data for accuracy, resolve discrepancies promptly, and help protect timely completion of critical payroll deadlines.• Respond to payroll questions from employees and stakeholders with attention to detail and professionalism.• Monitor changes affecting pay, benefits, and employee status so they are reflected properly in each payroll cycle.
2026-09-08T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

White Plains, NY
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Temporary / Contract
25 - 35 USD / Hourly
About the RoleWe are seeking a detail‑oriented and highly organized Payroll Specialist to join our team on a contract basis. This role is responsible for ensuring timely, accurate payroll processing and supporting related compliance and reporting activities. The ideal candidate brings strong technical skills, deep payroll knowledge, and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment while maintaining confidentiality and precision. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process payroll accurately and on time for hourly and salaried employees.</li><li>Review, validate, and audit payroll data, including timesheets, earnings, deductions, bonuses, and adjustments.</li><li>Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.</li><li>Reconcile payroll reports and work with HR, Finance, and managers to resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Manage employee payroll inquiries and provide timely support.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and documentation for audit readiness.</li><li>Assist with payroll tax reporting, year‑end activities (W‑2s, 1099s), and system updates.</li><li>Support process improvements and contribute to enhancing payroll accuracy and efficiency.</li></ul>
2026-09-02T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Coordinator

New York, NY
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Temporary / Contract
28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an organized Human Resources (HR) Coordinator to support core people operations for a Contract position based in New York, New York. This role focuses on delivering a smooth onboarding experience, coordinating screening activities, and maintaining accurate employee records within HR systems. The ideal candidate brings strong administrative skills, attention to compliance requirements, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Coordinate new employee onboarding activities, ensuring each step is completed accurately and on schedule from offer acceptance through start date. • Manage screening processing by initiating screenings, tracking results, and following up on outstanding items in alignment with company policies. • Maintain employee information in HRIS platforms, updating records promptly to support data accuracy and reporting needs. • Provide day-to-day HR administrative support, including document preparation, record organization, and responses to routine employee inquiries. • Monitor onboarding and employment documentation to help ensure adherence to applicable HR compliance standards and internal guidelines. • Partner with recruitment teams and internal stakeholders to collect required paperwork, confirm deadlines, and support a positive candidate-to-employee transition. • Review and organize personnel files to ensure required forms and employment records are complete, current, and properly maintained.
2026-09-09T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Coordinator

Bethlehem, PA
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Temporary to Hire
25 - 27 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking an organized and detail-oriented HR Coordinator to support recruiting, onboarding, employee records management, benefits administration, and HR operations. This role will play a key part in ensuring a positive employee experience while maintaining accurate HR records and supporting compliance initiatives. Responsibilities<ul><li>Coordinate recruitment activities, including job postings and candidate communication.</li><li>Facilitate onboarding, new hire processing in ADP, orientations, and benefits enrollment.</li><li>Maintain employee records and HR documentation, ensuring compliance and confidentiality.</li><li>Administer benefits changes, leave programs, and employee verifications.</li><li>Support HRIS management, including ADP workflows and system updates.</li><li>Process temporary employee timecards and HR-related invoices.</li><li>Assist with training, employee engagement initiatives, and company events.</li></ul>
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

Payroll Admin

Woodbridge, NJ
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Temporary / Contract
20.9 - 24.2 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Admin to support payroll operations for a financial services organization. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is organized, dependable, and comfortable handling administrative tasks in a fully onsite environment. The person in this role will assist with payroll-related documentation, mail handling, and data validation while helping maintain accuracy across daily processes. Responsibilities:• Support payroll administration by preparing, organizing, and distributing payroll-related documents in a timely manner.• Review spreadsheets and records to verify data accuracy, complete audits, and identify discrepancies that require follow-up.• Manage internal mail handling by sorting, delivering, and coordinating the movement of time-sensitive materials.• Print payroll documents and arrange shipment to designated recipients while ensuring confidentiality and proper tracking.• Maintain organized files and records to support efficient payroll processing and administrative operations.• Collaborate with payroll leadership and team members to address routine requests and keep workflows moving smoothly.
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

New York, NY
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Temporary / Contract
38 - 44 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Accountant to support payroll operations and accounting activities for a higher education organization in New York, New York. This Long-term Contract position calls for someone who is detail oriented and can manage payroll processing while also producing accurate reports, completing reconciliations, and assisting with payroll-related ledger activity. The ideal candidate is comfortable balancing day-to-day payroll execution with analytical work that helps maintain compliance, accuracy, and financial integrity. Responsibilities: • Process end-to-end payroll accurately and on schedule for employees across multiple states. • Prepare payroll reports and analyze payroll data to identify discrepancies, trends, and items requiring follow-up. • Reconcile payroll records against internal financial data to ensure accuracy between payroll results and accounting balances. • Support payroll-related general ledger activity, including journal entries and account review. • Coordinate payroll tax reporting activities and help ensure timely and accurate filings. • Investigate and resolve payroll variances, employee pay issues, and reporting inconsistencies. • Maintain payroll records and documentation in accordance with organizational standards and audit requirements. • Partner with internal teams to improve payroll accuracy, support compliance efforts, and address process-related issues.
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Princeton, NJ
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Temporary to Hire
30 - 34 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Accountant to join a team in Princeton, NJ in a contract capacity with the potential to become permanent. This role is suited for a detail-oriented finance specialist who can manage payroll accounting activities end to end while supporting accurate reporting and timely close processes. The position works closely with accounting, payroll, and HR partners to keep employee compensation records accurate, compliant, and well documented. Responsibilities:• Manage biweekly and monthly payroll cycles for employees across multiple sites, ensuring each run is completed accurately and on schedule.• Examine payroll data such as wages, benefit deductions, tax withholdings, and garnishments to confirm completeness and correctness before finalization.• Reconcile payroll registers and related reports to general ledger activity, researching variances and resolving discrepancies promptly.• Prepare payroll-related journal entries, accruals, and adjusting entries to support accurate financial statements.• Maintain payroll balance sheet accounts and complete monthly reconciliations with clear supporting documentation.• Record payroll taxes, employer-paid liabilities, and other compensation-related obligations in accordance with accounting standards and regulations.• Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities by validating payroll expense data and assisting with reporting deliverables.• Partner with Human Resources and Finance to address payroll questions, correct data issues, and improve ongoing accuracy.• Support internal and external audit requests by assembling schedules, reconciliations, and payroll documentation in line with control requirements.
2026-09-10T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Howell, NJ
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Temporary to Hire
28 - 33 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Accountant to join a growing team in New Jersey. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage complex payroll activities with accuracy and professionalism. The role supports large-scale payroll operations, reporting, reconciliations, and compliance efforts while partnering closely with Finance, Operations, and leadership. Responsibilities:• Manage payroll processing support that includes both W-2 employees and 1099 workers across multiple states.• Examine timekeeping records, pay adjustments, deductions, and related payroll inputs to confirm complete and accurate pay calculations.• Research and resolve payroll issues such as incorrect payments, unreported hours, direct deposit problems, tax-related questions, and employee inquiries.• Analyze payroll registers, funding summaries, tax documentation, exception reporting, and audit outputs to identify discrepancies and maintain accuracy.• Produce recurring and ad hoc payroll reports, overtime reviews, workforce metrics, and analytical summaries to support operational and financial decision-making.• Perform reconciliations for payroll balances, liabilities, and general ledger activity, and assist with accruals and month-end close support.• Work with internal teams and external vendors to address payroll tax matters, investigate notices, and resolve outstanding tax discrepancies.• Coordinate vendor cases, monitor issue resolution, escalate urgent concerns, and contribute to payroll-related projects and process improvements.• Participate in payroll system reviews, implementation efforts, conversion activities, migration support, parallel testing, validation, and user acceptance testing.• Build broad knowledge of payroll operations and provide dependable backup coverage for payroll leadership to help maintain business continuity.
2026-08-31T00:00:00Z

Payroll Manager

New York, NY
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a meticulous Payroll Manager to oversee accurate and timely payroll operations for a large, multi-state workforce. This role is well suited to someone who understands payroll from both accounting/finance and human resources perspectives, bringing a balanced approach to compliance, reporting, and employee support. The ideal candidate will be confident managing full-cycle payroll, maintaining precision in a high-volume environment, and using ADP Workforce Now to support efficient payroll administration. Responsibilities: • Lead end-to-end payroll processing for more than 500 employees, ensuring each payroll cycle is completed accurately and on schedule. • Administer bi-monthly payroll activities, including earnings, deductions, taxes, garnishments, and benefit-related updates. • Manage payroll operations across multiple states while maintaining compliance with applicable wage, tax, and reporting requirements. • Review payroll data thoroughly to identify discrepancies, resolve issues promptly, and uphold a high standard of accuracy. • Partner with finance and human resources teams to align payroll activity with employee records, general ledger needs, and organizational policies. • Maintain and optimize payroll records and workflows within ADP Workforce Now to support reliable processing and reporting. • Respond to payroll-related questions from employees and internal stakeholders, providing clear and thorough guidance. • Prepare payroll reports, support audits, and help ensure proper documentation and internal controls are consistently maintained.
2026-08-24T00:00:00Z

Human Resources (HR) Recruiter

New York, NY
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Temporary / Contract
50 - 55.737 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources (HR) Recruiter to support hiring efforts for a long-term contract opportunity within the digital media and news industry. This role focuses on managing the recruitment lifecycle from talent identification through offer coordination while partnering with hiring teams to attract candidates with experience supporting media, publishing, journalism, digital content, advertising, and related corporate functions. The ideal candidate brings strong corporate recruiting experience, excellent interviewing skills, and confidence working within applicant tracking systems to keep searches organized and moving efficiently. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead end-to-end recruitment activities, from intake discussions and sourcing strategy through candidate selection and hiring coordination.</li><li>Partner with hiring managers to understand role expectations, align on candidate profiles, and provide guidance throughout the search process.</li><li>Recruit for a variety of positions within the digital media and news environment, including corporate, editorial, content, marketing, technology, and operations roles.</li><li>Build and maintain candidate pipelines by using proactive sourcing methods across industry networks, media-focused talent communities, job boards, and other recruiting channels.</li><li>Conduct candidate screenings and interviews to evaluate qualifications, experience, and overall fit for open positions.</li><li>Manage job postings, candidate records, and workflow updates within the applicant tracking system to ensure accurate documentation.</li><li>Coordinate interview scheduling, gather feedback from stakeholders, and help drive timely hiring decisions.</li><li>Communicate with candidates throughout the process to provide updates, maintain engagement, and support a positive recruitment experience.</li><li>Track recruiting activity and hiring progress to help improve efficiency and support ongoing workforce needs.</li><li>Stay informed on hiring trends and talent availability within the digital media, publishing, journalism, and news industries.</li></ul>
2026-09-11T00:00:00Z