Payroll Administrator

Payroll & Accounting Administrator

Springfield, NJ

Contract-to-Hire | $70,000-$78,000

100% On-Site | Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

LHH is working with a growing company in their search to hire a detail-oriented Payroll & Accounting Administrator to support payroll operations for a large manufacturing workforce while assisting with select accounting and administrative functions. This role is heavily focused on payroll processing and timekeeping administration, with opportunities to take on additional accounting responsibilities as the position evolves.

The ideal candidate will have strong ADP Workforce Now experience, be comfortable handling highly confidential information, and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Administration (Primary Focus)

• Process weekly payroll for approximately 1,000 employees.
• Support both union and non-union payroll processing.
• Review, audit, and validate employee timecards and payroll data for accuracy.
• Maintain vacation, PTO, and sick time balances within ADP Workforce Now.
• Work closely with supervisors and managers to resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Assist managers with ADP Workforce Now functionality and provide training on reviewing and approving employee timesheets.
• Ensure payroll records remain accurate, confidential, and compliant with company policies.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and research discrepancies.

Timekeeping & Workforce Support

• Review and reconcile timesheets submitted by multiple staffing agencies supplying manufacturing, shipping, and receiving personnel.
• Monitor and follow up on missing punches, attendance issues, and timekeeping exceptions.
• Partner with HR and operations teams to ensure accurate labor reporting.

Accounting & Accounts Payable Support

• Assist with invoice processing and vendor account maintenance.
• Follow up on missing units and discrepancies between invoices and system records.
• Verify pricing information and coordinate with IT and internal departments regarding pricing updates and corrections.
• Research and resolve invoice and accounting discrepancies through customer and vendor portals.
• Provide general accounting support as needed.
• Assist with additional accounting functions and special projects as the role grows.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of payroll processing experience required.
• Experience processing payroll for large employee populations preferred.
• Experience with both union and non-union payroll strongly preferred.
• ADP Workforce Now experience is required.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information.
• Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred (and highly desired).
• Strong understanding of payroll laws, payroll procedures, and timekeeping systems.
• Previous manufacturing, distribution, or plant environment experience is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Technical Skills

• ADP Workforce Now (Preferred but not required)*
• Microsoft Excel, including: VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, Data analysis and reconciliation
• Microsoft Word
• General proficiency with business software and web-based portals

What We're Looking For

• A payroll professional who enjoys being the go-to resource for managers and employees.
• Someone comfortable working with large payroll volumes and tight weekly deadlines.
• A proactive problem solver who can research discrepancies and improve processes.
• An individual interested in growing into broader accounting responsibilities over time.

Compensation: $70,000-$78,000 annually

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Work Arrangement: 100% On-Site, Springfield, NJ

Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire

This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional seeking long-term stability, growth into accounting functions, and exposure to a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Benefits

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

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