Find & Apply For Payroll Specialist Jobs in Summit, New Jersey

We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations. This Contract position will manage end-to-end payroll processing across multiple states, helping ensure employees are paid correctly and in compliance with applicable regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with payroll systems, careful attention to detail, and the ability to handle complex payroll activity in a fast-paced environment.

Payroll Specialist Responsibilities:

• Process full-cycle payroll for employees, ensuring pay is calculated accurately and delivered on schedule.
• Administer multi-state payroll activities while maintaining compliance with varying tax, wage, and reporting requirements.
• Use ADP Workforce Now to manage payroll records, review payroll data, and support routine payroll administration.
• Audit earnings, deductions, taxes, and time-related inputs to identify discrepancies and resolve issues before payroll is finalized.
• Respond to employee and internal payroll inquiries by researching issues and providing clear, timely resolutions.
• Maintain payroll documentation and records in accordance with company policies and regulatory standards.
• Support payroll-related updates, adjustments, and reconciliations as needed to ensure data integrity and reporting accuracy. Payroll Specialist Requirements
• Proven experience processing full-cycle payroll from data review through final payroll completion.
• Hands-on experience managing payroll for employees across multiple states.
• Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now in a payroll processing environment.
• Strong knowledge of payroll practices, tax withholdings, deductions, and compliance requirements.
• High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail when handling sensitive payroll information.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to resolve payroll questions effectively and professionally.

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