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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.
2026-08-11T00:00:00Z

Payroll Administrator

Hoboken, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
70000 - 88000 USD / Yearly
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.About the RoleThe 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.Key Responsibilities<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>
2026-08-04T00:00:00Z

Payroll Clerk

Edison, NJ
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Temporary to Hire
23 - 26 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to join our team in Woodbridge, NJ. This position supports high-volume payroll operations for a multi-location workforce and plays an important role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time. The ideal candidate is organized, comfortable working with sensitive information, and able to communicate clearly with both internal teams and external agencies. Responsibilities:• Support end-to-end payroll processing for multiple locations covering a workforce of more than 1,000 employees.• Review and enter payroll updates, including earnings corrections, leave-related pay, and other compensation adjustments.• Administer wage garnishments such as child support orders and coordinate with applicable agencies to maintain compliance.• Perform payroll audits to verify accuracy, identify discrepancies, and help resolve payment issues before final processing.• Print, scan, and organize payroll documents while maintaining accuracy during high-volume payroll cycles.• Communicate with store personnel and external contacts to answer payroll-related questions and gather needed information.• Use Excel functions such as VLOOKUPs and pivot tables to analyze payroll data and support reporting needs..
2026-08-24T00:00:00Z

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

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.
2026-08-24T00:00:00Z

HR/Payroll Assistant

South Vineland, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
60000 - 85000 USD / Yearly
Robert Half has partnered with a new company on their search for a self-starting HR/Payroll Assistant with expertise in high-volume recruiting environments and can act as the human resource manager’s right hand. This role serves as a key member of the HR team, assisting with payroll administration, onboarding, new hire orientation, benefits operations, timesheet records, payroll audits, payroll tax reporting, employee status changes, preparing offboarding documentation, and assisting with employee verifications as needed. The preferred HR/Payroll Assistant should have proven knowledge of payroll practices, wage and hour regulations, and HR processes. How you will make an impact· Assist with new employee orientation· Employment Verifications· Process bi-weekly payroll· Maintain and update employee records· Coordinate benefit programs· Assist with the employee onboarding process· Develop new policies and procedures as needed· Assist with HR/Payroll ad hoc projects· Support other functions as assigned
2026-08-24T00:00:00Z

Payroll Administrator - ADP WFN

Monmouth Junction, NJ
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Temporary to Hire
30 - 40 USD / Hourly
Our client is seeking a Payroll Administrator who will not only manage full-cycle payroll processing but also support general ledger (GL) reconciliation and journal entry (JE) preparation related to payroll accounting. This role is ideal for someone who understands both payroll operations and accounting impact, and can bridge HR, Finance, and Accounting functions. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process full-cycle payroll (weekly/biweekly/semi-monthly) accurately and on time </li><li>Maintain payroll records, deductions, benefits, garnishments, and tax withholdings </li><li>Review and reconcile payroll prior to submission for approval </li><li>Prepare and post payroll journal entries (JE) into the General Ledger </li><li>Reconcile payroll accounts, including wages, taxes, benefits, and accruals </li><li>Partner with Accounting to ensure accurate month-end and year-end close </li><li>Assist with payroll-related audits, compliance reporting, and filings </li><li>Resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries in a timely manner </li><li>Support system updates, integrations, and process improvements </li></ul>
2026-08-10T00:00:00Z

Global Payroll Analyst

Morristown, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
85000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
A growing, publicly traded life sciences organization in Morris County is seeking a Global Payroll Analyst to join its Accounting and Finance team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a payroll professional who wants to take ownership of payroll operations in a fast-paced, high-growth environment while gaining exposure to both U.S. and international payroll. The organization is expanding globally and looking for someone who can help build scalable payroll processes, partner closely with HR and Finance, and ultimately become the go-to payroll resource for the business.What You'll Do<ul><li>Own end-to-end payroll processing for a growing employee population</li><li>Manage semi-monthly payroll operations and ensure timely, accurate processing</li><li>Coordinate payroll activities across multiple countries and external payroll providers</li><li>Support employees in the U.S., U.K., Australia, and other international locations as the company expands</li><li>Ensure compliance with multi-state payroll regulations and payroll tax requirements</li><li>Review payroll inputs, including new hires, terminations, compensation changes, bonuses, benefit deductions, and leave activity</li><li>Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries</li><li>Partner with HR and Finance to maintain payroll data integrity across systems</li><li>Assist with payroll reporting, audits, reconciliations, and process improvements</li><li>Cross-train within accounting operations to support broader team initiatives</li></ul>
2026-08-18T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Matawan, NJ
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Permanent / Full Time
55000 - 60000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support a busy construction business in Monmouth County, NJ. This role is ideal for someone who can handle a fast-moving invoice workload while maintaining accuracy in job costing and payment documentation. The successful candidate will work closely with vendors, project teams, and internal staff to keep accounts payable operations organized, timely, and compliant. Responsibilities:• Manage a large volume of incoming invoices and enter them accurately within required timelines.• Compare vendor billing against purchase orders and subcontract documentation to confirm proper support before payment.• Assign charges to the correct jobs, cost categories, and general ledger accounts to maintain reliable financial reporting.• Examine subcontractor billings, including retainage amounts, to verify payment accuracy.• Investigate and resolve billing issues by coordinating with vendors, project managers, and internal departments.• Track down outstanding approvals, missing paperwork, and other items that may delay payment processing.• Prepare weekly payment activity, including checks and electronic disbursements, in accordance with company procedures.• Maintain orderly financial files and documentation so records remain complete and ready for audit review.• Provide additional administrative and accounting support to the office as business needs require.
2026-07-24T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Parsippany, NJ
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Temporary / Contract
23.75 - 27.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support financial operations for a company in the energy and natural resources sector in Parsippany, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract opportunity is well suited for someone who brings hands-on experience in accounts payable or related transaction processing, along with strong attention to detail and a service-oriented mindset. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working across payment documentation, account activity, and internal coordination while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Process payment-related transactions accurately and maintain supporting records to ensure financial data is complete and up to date. • Respond to customer and internal inquiries involving account activity, researching discrepancies and providing timely follow-up. • Investigate outstanding issues, elevate complex items when needed, and monitor open matters through resolution. • Support daily bank draft activity by preparing notifications, applying remittance details, and serving as backup coverage for routine processing. • Reconcile customer accounts and monthly balances, including statements, prepayments, and other account adjustments. • Partner with billing, customer service, and cross-functional teams to address invoice concerns and resolve account variances. • Review account balances at the direction of leadership and help identify exceptions that require correction or further analysis. • Assist with audit support, reporting requests, and special projects by organizing documentation and preparing accurate financial information.
2026-08-17T00:00:00Z