Payroll Assistant

Details

Client Name
NYC Health + Hospitals / Jacobi

Job Type
Travel

Offering
Non-Clinical

Profession
Non-Clinical

Specialty
Payroll Specialist

Job ID
35542290

Job Title
Payroll Assistant (000148)

Weekly Pay
$1188.5


Shift Details

Shift
Day - 7x5 - 08AM

Scheduled Hours
35


Job Order Details

Start Date
10/19/2026

End Date
12/19/2026

Duration
9 Week(s)


Job Description
Job Title: Payroll Assistant
Profession: Payroll
Specialty: -
Duration: 8 months
Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Hours per Shift: 35


Experience: Minimum of 2 years with a Bachelor's Degree or 4 years with a High School Diploma
License: -
Certifications: Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation is a plus


Must-Have:
- Payroll processing experience
- Analytical skills related to retro calculations of pay and time
- Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook


Description:
Process payroll for hourly and salaried employees.
Provide assistance in entering and paying all wage garnishments.
Process property payroll transfer reports.
Ensure benefits deductions are accurate.
Conduct audits to ensure accuracy and maintain data integrity.
Provide support to the leadership team for various accounting-related projects.
Accurately calculate wages, overtime, bonuses, and deductions, including tax withholdings, garnishments, and benefits.
Maintain updated employee files and input data into payroll systems.
Manage time-and-attendance records.
Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local payroll regulations, tax laws, and reporting requirements.
Balance payroll records and review tax filings.
Assist with audits.
Resolve pay discrepancies and answer questions regarding paychecks.
Handle payroll inquiries.


Required Skills and Qualifications:
Strong skills in payroll software and Microsoft Excel.
Attention to detail for high accuracy in data entry and calculations.
Ability to manage sensitive, confidential employee data.
Understanding of labor laws, tax codes, and payroll compliance.
Effective communication with HR, finance, and employees.


Common Experience:
Prior experience in payroll, accounting, or human resources.
Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field is often preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), QuickBooks, and payroll software experience preferred.


Client Details

Address
1400 Pelham Pkwy S

City
Bronx

State
NY

Zip Code
10461


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