Payroll Specialist

Now Hiring: Payroll Specialist | Westchester County, NY | Hybrid Are you an experienced payroll professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys managing complex, multi-state payroll operations? This could be an excellent opportunity to take the next step in your career! We’re partnering with an established and growing organization in Westchester County, NY, to identify a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join its collaborative payroll team. This is a full-time, permanent, direct-hire opportunity offering a competitive compensation package and a hybrid work schedule. What’s in It for You? Competitive base salary plus bonus potential Comprehensive benefits package Three weeks of paid time off Hybrid schedule: In-office Monday through Wednesday, with the option to work remotely Thursday and Friday Opportunity to work alongside an experienced team of payroll professionals About the Role This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, comfortable managing competing priorities, and committed to payroll accuracy. You’ll support a diverse payroll environment encompassing multiple pay groups, union and non-union employees, exempt and non-exempt classifications, and a workforce spanning multiple states. Key Responsibilities Process regular, bonus, commission, and off-cycle payrolls, ensuring accurate and timely payments. Review payroll reports, reconcile discrepancies, and process adjustments, retroactive pay, and corrections. Manage payroll schedules, tax withholdings, benefit deductions, garnishments, and other payroll transactions in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Respond to employee and management inquiries regarding paychecks, direct deposits, timekeeping, and deductions. Maintain accurate employee data across payroll and timekeeping systems. Generate and analyze payroll reports, troubleshoot system issues, and support system updates and process improvements. Maintain payroll documentation, uphold confidentiality, and assist with audits and compliance requirements. Qualifications & Technical Skills Experience with ADP Workforce Now and multi-state payroll processing. Knowledge of payroll taxes, deductions, reconciliations, and union/non-union payrolls. Proficiency in Excel, including PivotTables, VLOOKUPs, and advanced formulas. Familiarity with timekeeping systems and payroll integrations. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage high-volume workloads while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and deadlines. Interested in Learning More? If you’re ready to bring your payroll expertise to a new opportunity, I’d love to connect. Please send me your most recent resume along with your availability for a brief introductory phone conversation. Feel free to reach out directly or share this opportunity with someone in your network who may be a great fit!