Payroll Specialist

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of the organization's payroll, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role manages employee pay data, deductions, tax filings, and payroll-related inquiries while maintaining strict confidentiality. Reports to the Payroll Manager, Controller, or HR Manager. Payroll Specialist - Mullica Hill, NJ Job Overview The Payroll Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of the organization's payroll, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This role manages employee pay data, deductions, tax filings, and payroll-related inquiries while maintaining strict confidentiality. Reports to the Payroll Manager, Controller, or HR Manager. Key Responsibilities Process weekly, bi-weekly, and/or semi-monthly payroll accurately and on time (including multi-state and multi-location payrolls) Enter and maintain employee payroll data, including new hires, terminations, pay rate changes, and address updates Process deductions, garnishments, benefits, bonuses, commissions, and other withholdings Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws Manage payroll tax filings and payments (monthly, quarterly, and annual), including W-2 processing and year-end reporting Reconcile payroll to the general ledger and maintain accurate records and schedules Oversee direct deposits, fund transfers, and distribution of pay stubs Respond promptly to employee payroll questions and resolve discrepancies Coordinate with HR on benefits, PTO, onboarding, and offboarding changes Support internal and external audits with documentation and records Participate in special projects, system upgrades, and process improvement initiatives Maintain strict confidentiality of employee salary and personal information Qualifications High school diploma required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, HR, or related field preferred 3-5+ years of payroll processing experience, including multi-state payroll Strong knowledge of payroll processes, taxation, garnishments, and compliance regulations Proficiency in payroll/HRIS systems (e.g., ADP, Workday, UKG, Paylocity, Paychex) Strong Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, SUMIFs) Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and meet tight deadlines Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply. California residents Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other records. Company Profile Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement. Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs. Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting Benefits Information Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings. We look forward to working with you. Beacon Hill. Employing the Future #J-18808-Ljbffr Beacon Hill