Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist (Temporary - 6 Month Assignment) Location: Florham Park, NJ Duration: 6-Month Temporary Assignment (Leave Coverage) About the Role We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our accounting team on a 6-month temporary basis to provide coverage during an employee leave. This is a hands‑on role responsible for processing semi‑monthly payroll for approximately 300 employees within a lean, collaborative accounting department. The ideal candidate will be able to step in quickly, work independently, and ensure payroll is processed accurately and on time. Key Responsibilities Process semi‑monthly payroll for approximately 300 employees (employee count decreases seasonally during summer months) Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, including taxes, deductions, and benefit withholdings Maintain payroll records and support payroll‑related reporting and reconciliations Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies Work closely with the accounting team to support payroll operations and compliance Follow established payroll procedures while maintaining a high level of accuracy and efficiency Qualifications Required Full‑cycle payroll processing experience for a similar employee population Ability to quickly learn the environment and operate independently after a short ramp‑up period Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy Good working knowledge in Excel Preferred Experience working in a nonprofit, educational, or school environment Ideal Candidate Sharp, dependable payroll professional who can contribute immediately Recent payroll experience with a stable work history Strong references and reputation for reliability and accuracy Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment and meeting strict payroll deadlines Compensation & Benefits Salary range is disclosed in this posting; eligible for discretionary bonuses Medical, dental, and vision benefits Company 401(k) retirement plan EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. #J-18808-Ljbffr