Payroll Specialist/human Resources Assistant
Aston Carter · New York, NY · Today
On-siteHuman Resources$25–$32/hrContract
Key Responsibilities
- Process weekly, bi-weekly, or semi-monthly payroll accurately and on time
- Maintain employee payroll records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
- Handle payroll tax filings, garnishments, direct deposits, and benefit deductions
- Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries
- Assist with audits, reconciliations, and reporting
- Partner with HR and Accounting teams to ensure payroll accuracy
Qualifications
- 2+ years of payroll processing experience
- Experience with ADP Workforce Now, ADP, or a similar payroll system (Paychex, UKG, Ceridian Dayforce, Paycom, Workday, etc.)
- Strong knowledge of payroll laws, taxes, and compliance requirements
- Proficiency with Excel and payroll reporting
- High attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills