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Payroll Specialist

Princeton Peak Advisory

We are partnering on a confidential search for a Payroll & Compliance Coordinator to support a fast-paced, high-volume operation with a unionized workforce. This individual will play a key role in ensuring accurate payroll processing, maintaining labor compliance, and helping resolve timekeeping and pay-related issues in a timely manner. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating in an environment where priorities can shift based on business demands. Key Responsibilities Oversee payroll-related activities for a large, hourly employee population in a unionized setting Ensure payroll is processed accurately and in compliance with applicable labor regulations and collective bargaining requirements Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies, missed punches, and employee pay inquiries in a timely manner Prepare payroll, labor cost, and compliance-related reports for leadership, finance, and HR Partner with internal management teams and labor representatives to address payroll and workforce-related issues Maintain organized and accurate documentation for union reporting, audits, and internal reviews Support payroll and labor compliance efforts during high-volume or operationally demanding periods Serve as a point of contact for payroll audits, reporting reviews, and compliance follow-up Help ensure all payroll, reporting, and HR-related deadlines are met consistently Qualifications 3–5 years of payroll experience, ideally within hospitality, food & beverage, entertainment, events, or other high-volume environments Experience working with timekeeping systems and payroll platforms such as ADP or Paychex Strong understanding of wage and hour laws, with New York and New Jersey exposure preferred Familiarity with union payroll environments and labor compliance requirements strongly preferred High level of accuracy, discretion, and attention to detail when handling sensitive information Ability to work in a fast-paced setting and adapt to changing operational needs, including nontraditional schedules when required Solid understanding of Fair Workweek regulations, particularly in New York is required Must be able to perform the essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodation #J-18808-Ljbffr Princeton Peak Advisory

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