Payroll Specialist

Description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team in Newark, New Jersey. This Contract to permanent position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic logistics organization by ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for a large workforce. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of payroll systems, regulations, and procedures while demonstrating exceptional organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities:

+ Accurately process payroll for employees across multiple divisions, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and organizational policies.

+ Collect, review, and verify timekeeping and payroll data to maintain accurate employee records.

+ Enter and update payroll information in HRIS and payroll systems with a high level of attention to detail.

+ Respond promptly to payroll inquiries from employees and management, and resolve any payroll-related issues or discrepancies.

+ Generate and prepare payroll reports for senior management and the finance department to support strategic decision-making.

+ Administer timely and accurate employee compensation, including processing direct deposits and issuing paper checks or statements.

+ Calculate and process payroll adjustments such as overtime, deductions, bonuses, and other variances as required.

+ Reconcile monthly union invoices and ensure accurate payments and compliance with collective bargaining agreements.

+ Record bonuses, referral payments, and other incentive payouts based on data from recruiting and other departments.

+ Support overall payroll operations by performing additional administrative duties as needed.

Requirements - High school diploma or equivalent; a bachelor's degree in business, accounting, or a related field is a plus.

- 3-5 years of experience in payroll processing, including handling large employee counts.

- Proficiency in payroll software and databases, with experience using systems such as ADP Workforce Now.

- Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, complex formulas, and vlookups.

- Solid understanding of accounting principles and payroll best practices, including multi-state payroll regulations.

- Familiarity with federal and state laws related to payroll administration and compliance.

- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.

- Excellent communication skills to explain and interpret payroll-related information effectively.

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