Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team in Jersey City as a Payroll Specialist and experience the freedom of weekly pay! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage our payroll operations with precision and compliance. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a modern work environment in the heart of Jersey City's financial district. Apply today and transform your career with us!
Responsibilities
- Process weekly payroll for 200+ employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations
- Manage time and attendance systems and resolve discrepancies
- Prepare and file payroll tax forms (941s, state unemployment)
- Handle garnishments, deductions, and benefit deductions accurately
- Respond to employee payroll inquiries within 24 hours
- Generate payroll reports for finance and HR leadership
- Collaborate with HR on new hire onboarding and terminations
Qualifications
- 3+ years of payroll processing experience with weekly pay cycles
- ADP Workforce Now certification or equivalent expertise
- Proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables) and payroll software
- Strong knowledge of FLSA, NJ state labor laws, and IRS regulations
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage sensitive financial data with confidentiality
- Strong written and verbal communication skills