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Payroll Specialist

Robert Half

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support a Contract assignment based in New York, New York. This role will manage end-to-end payroll operations for a large employee population across multiple states, ensuring timely and accurate processing. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll expertise, hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now, and the ability to maintain compliance in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:
• Process full-cycle payroll for a workforce of more than 500 employees, ensuring accuracy from data entry through final distribution.
• Administer multi-state payroll activities while applying applicable wage, tax, and compliance requirements across jurisdictions.
• Use ADP Workforce Now to maintain payroll records, review earnings and deductions, and complete regular payroll processing tasks.
• Audit payroll data to identify discrepancies, resolve issues promptly, and help maintain accurate employee compensation records.
• Coordinate with internal partners to gather timekeeping, pay adjustment, and employee status information needed for each payroll cycle.
• Respond to payroll-related questions from employees and stakeholders with clear communication and timely follow-up.
• Support payroll reporting, reconciliations, and documentation to help ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.• Demonstrated experience handling full-cycle payroll from preparation through final processing.
• Background managing payroll for employees working in multiple states.
• Practical knowledge of ADP Workforce Now in a payroll environment.
• Experience supporting payroll operations for organizations with more than 500 employees.
• Strong understanding of payroll regulations, deductions, taxes, and standard compliance practices.
• High attention to detail with the ability to review and correct payroll data accurately.
• Ability to manage deadlines, prioritize tasks, and work effectively in a contract assignment setting.
Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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