Payroll Administrator
Robert Half · Ramsey, NJ · 6 days ago
On-siteHuman ResourcesTemporary
Responsibilities
- Manage complete semi-monthly payroll processing for approximately 320 employees, ensuring timely and accurate compensation.
- Administer payroll activities for both salaried and hourly staff, applying appropriate pay practices and deductions.
- Review, calculate, and issue monthly incentive payments for sales employees in accordance with established plans.
- Prepare off-cycle and final wage payments, including year-end corrections and payroll adjustments when needed.
- Maintain accuracy in payroll records and ensure compliance with applicable state wage and hour regulations.
- Aid in account reconciliations and contribute to month-end close activities tied to payroll and related financial data.
- Process and audit employee expense submissions to confirm accuracy, policy alignment, and proper reimbursement.
- Provide day-to-day support across accounting and finance functions as business needs require.
- Safeguard sensitive payroll and employee data by maintaining strict confidentiality in all related tasks.
Requirements
- Experience handling full-cycle payroll processing for an employee population within the 101-500 range.
- Knowledge of multi-state payroll practices and applicable compliance requirements.
- Hands-on proficiency with ADP Workforce Now.
- Ability to manage payroll for both exempt and non-exempt employees with a high degree of accuracy.
- Familiarity with payroll reconciliations, year-end adjustments, and final pay calculations.
- Comfortable working in a fully onsite environment Monday through Friday.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and discretion when working with confidential information.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate brings strong payroll expertise, sound judgment with confidential information, and the ability to manage multi-state requirements with accuracy and consistency.