• Payroll Specialist

    Robert Half Finance & Accounting (Kearny, NJ)


    Description

    We are a leading staffing agency, partnering with a dynamic and reputable client seeking a skilled Payroll Specialist. Our client is known for their commitment to excellence and providing a positive work environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Specialist to join their team.

    Key Responsibilities:

    + Manage end-to-end payroll processing for a multi-state workforce, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

    + Process bi-weekly and monthly payrolls, including hourly and salaried employees, in ADP Workforce Now (WFN) or similar payroll systems.

    + Handle employee payroll inquiries, resolving discrepancies and providing excellent customer service.

    + Maintain accurate employee records, including wages, deductions, and tax information.

    + Calculate and process employee garnishments, benefits deductions, and other withholdings.

    + Perform payroll audits and reconciliations to ensure data integrity.

    + Generate payroll reports for management and ensure compliance with reporting requirements.

    + Stay current with changes in payroll laws and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance.

    Requirements

    Qualifications:

    + 3+ years of experience in payroll processing, including multi-state payroll.

    + Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now (WFN), ADP EV5, or similar payroll software.

    + Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll regulations.

    + Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

    + Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle confidential information.

    + Effective communication skills for interacting with employees and management.

    + Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred; CPP certification is a plus.

     

    Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

     

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    All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

     

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