Payroll Coordinator

Position: Payroll Coordinator Location: Hybrid (Must Reside in NY/NJ/CT) Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm Compensation: $31.89 - $35.88 per hour Our Organization VillageCare is a community-based, not-for-profit organization serving people with chronic care needs, as well as seniors and individuals in need of continuing care and managed care services. Our mission is to promote healing, better health and well-being to the fullest extent possible. Our care is offered through a comprehensive array of community and residential programs, as well as managed care. VillageCare has delivered quality health care services to individuals residing within New York City for over 45 years. Role Summary As a Payroll Coordinator, you will support the Payroll Manager by helping keep payroll operations accurate, timely, and well-documented for employees across the organization. This entry-level role is designed for someone who is organized, responsive, and comfortable working with confidential information. Key responsibilities include: Assisting with payroll processing tasks and routine updates to employee payroll records Maintaining payroll files and supporting documentation for audits and follow-up items Responding to standard employee payroll questions and routing exceptions for review Supporting basic reconciliations and tracking items that require correction or approval Required qualifications/skills: High school diploma or equivalent (associate degree preferred) 1-3 years of payroll, HR, or administrative experience preferred Familiarity with payroll/HRIS/timekeeping systems (ADP Workforce Now a plus) Working knowledge of payroll terms, deductions, and timekeeping concepts Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Office If you're ready to build your payroll career with a detail-focused team, we encourage you to apply. A Typical Workday Your day is structured around supporting the Payroll Manager with steady, deadline-driven coordination. You'll start by reviewing incoming items-time-related questions, documentation updates, and notes flagged for follow-up-then prioritize what can be resolved quickly versus what needs escalation. Throughout the day, you'll keep records current, confirm that supporting materials are in place, and track open items so nothing is missed. You'll also communicate with employees in a professional, service-minded manner, providing clear updates on routine inquiries and documenting outcomes for reference. As questions arise that involve policy interpretation, compliance concerns, or approvals, you'll route them promptly and ensure the right context is captured. The day ends with a final check of outstanding items and preparation for the next processing cycle. #J-18808-Ljbffr