Payroll Processor

Payroll Processor

Job Location: New York, NY 10029

Job Duration: 3+ Month (with possible extension)

Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM | 35 hours per week

Pay Range: $30 - $34/hr. on w2

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 2+ years of payroll processing experience.
• Experience with garnishments, taxes, and year-end payroll activities.
• Strong analytical skills related to retro calculations of pay and time.
• Ability to work with multiple systems simultaneously.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook
• Strong payroll software experience, specifically: Oracle Cloud, PeopleSoft, ADP
• High attention to detail and accuracy in payroll calculations and data entry.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information.
• Knowledge of labor laws, payroll regulations, tax codes, and compliance requirements.
• Effective communication skills with HR, Finance, and employees.
• Prior experience in payroll, accounting, or human resources preferred.

Education

• High School Diploma Required.
• Bachelor's Degree Preferred.
• Associate Degree in Accounting, Business, or related field is often preferred.

Required Certifications & Licensure

• FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification) Preferred.
• CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) Preferred.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Accurately process payroll, including wages, overtime, bonuses, and deductions.
• Calculate and process tax withholdings, garnishments, and benefit deductions (including 401(k)).
• Maintain employee payroll records and files.
• Input and manage employee data within HRIS and payroll systems.
• Manage and maintain time-and-attendance records.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and tax laws.
• Prepare and support payroll reporting requirements, including W-2 processing.
• Reconcile payroll records and review payroll tax filings.
• Assist with payroll audits and compliance reviews.
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and employee pay issues.
• Respond to payroll-related inquiries from employees and internal stakeholders.

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