Job Description
Join our award-winning finance team in Jersey City and accelerate your career! We're seeking a meticulous Payroll Specialist to manage end-to-end payroll processing for 500+ employees. This role offers a competitive base salary plus a $5,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates who join by December 2023. Enjoy hybrid work arrangements, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities in a thriving financial hub.
What We Offer:
- $5,000 sign-on bonus (paid after 90 days)
- Hybrid work schedule (3 days in-office, 2 remote)
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with 6% match
- Paid time off + 10 company holidays
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 500+ employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Manage tax filings, garnishments, and year-end reconciliations
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
- Respond to payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies within SLA
- Collaborate with HR on new hires, terminations, and benefits updates
- Generate payroll reports for finance and executive teams
- Conduct quarterly payroll audits and process corrections
Qualifications
- 3+ years of payroll processing experience
- ADP Workforce Now certification preferred
- Proficiency in MS Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables)
- Knowledge of NJ/NY payroll tax regulations
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Ability to handle sensitive data with confidentiality
- Experience with multi-state payroll compliance
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills