Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team in Newark, NJ as a Payroll Specialist! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage end-to-end payroll processing for 500+ employees. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative work environment in downtown Newark. Perfect opportunity to advance your career in finance with a growing company.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for multi-state employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations (FLSA, NJ state laws)
- Manage garnishments, deductions, and tax filings accurately
- Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies promptly
- Generate payroll reports for finance and HR leadership
- Support year-end processing (W-2s, 1099s) and audits
- Implement process improvements for payroll efficiency
Qualifications
- 3+ years of payroll processing experience with multi-state operations
- Proficiency in ADP Workforce Now or similar HCM systems
- Strong knowledge of FLSA, NJ state payroll laws, and tax regulations
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
- Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, PivotTables)
- CPP or FPC certification a plus
- Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities