We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a manufacturing organization in Holmdel, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who brings strong experience managing payroll from start to finish across multiple states while maintaining compliance and precision. The role will focus on high-volume payroll processing, issue resolution, and effective use of ADP Workforce Now to keep payroll activities running smoothly.

Responsibilities:

• Process end-to-end payroll for a large employee population, ensuring pay is calculated correctly and delivered on schedule.
• Administer payroll for employees working in multiple states while applying applicable wage, tax, and compliance requirements.
• Use ADP Workforce Now to manage payroll transactions, review employee data, and support reporting needs.
• Audit payroll records, deductions, taxes, and time-related inputs to identify and correct discrepancies before payroll is finalized.
• Respond to payroll-related questions from employees and internal stakeholders, providing timely and accurate guidance.
• Maintain organized payroll documentation and support compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
• Partner with HR, finance, and other teams to resolve payroll issues and improve processing efficiency.
• Assist with payroll updates, system-related changes, or process adjustments as needed to support business operations.