Payroll Administrator

Client: Established community-focused nonprofit organization Title: Payroll Administrator / HR Clerk Pay: $27-$29/hr Location: Newark, NJ Duration: Long term contract to perm Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM, fully onsite Description An established community-focused nonprofit organization in Newark, NJ is seeking a Payroll Administrator / HR Clerk to join their team. This role will support a lean HR department and will be responsible for processing bi-weekly payroll, maintaining accurate payroll/HR records, and assisting with a variety of HR administrative tasks. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong payroll experience who is detail-oriented, organized, deadline-driven, and comfortable handling confidential employee information. Responsibilities Process bi-weekly payroll accurately and on time for approximately 120-150 employees, including hourly and salaried staff Audit timekeeping records and payroll data for accuracy and compliance Process new hires, rehires, employee changes, deductions, time-off, terminations, and other updates in the payroll/HRIS system Resolve payroll discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information Assist employees with payroll/HRIS questions and self-service portal support Prepare and run payroll/HRIS reports related to earnings, taxes, deductions, benefits, and other employee data Maintain payroll compliance by following internal policies, procedures, and applicable laws Support HR administrative functions including filing, recordkeeping, background checks, references, and employee training setup Process unemployment claims, employment verifications, garnishments, audit requests, workers' compensation inquiries, and other related requests Assist with HR projects and general administrative support as needed Maintain a high level of confidentiality with all payroll and HR information Qualifications 3+ years of payroll experience required Experience using payroll software required; ADP Workforce Now strongly preferred, but similar systems such as Paychex or Paylocity are also relevant Experience in a multi-department environment with hourly employees and variable rates preferred Some HR compliance or HR administrative experience preferred Strong Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel and Word Excellent attention to detail, organization, and follow-through Ability to meet deadlines and handle confidential information appropriately Strong communication and customer service skills High school diploma required; college degree or payroll certification preferred Equal Opportunity Notice Highspring LLC (d/b/a Vaco by Highspring) and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals 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 applicable law. The company is also committed to ensuring that persons who need them are provided with reasonable accommodations; if an accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, 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. Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; and other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses and/or participation in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's retirement plan (or similar retirement benefits). #J-18808-Ljbffr Vaco by Highspring