Company Overview The Able Baker is a small, locally owned bakery in Maplewood, New Jersey. We bake cakes, cookies, pies and other classic desserts, all from scratch on premises. We're a well-known destination in our town, as loved for our great coffee and baked goods as for our outstanding service and community vibe. We opened our doors in October 2011, doubled our space in 2016, and will be opening our second location later this year. We have been featured in t he New York Times, Real Simple, NJ Monthly, American Express Business Online , and more. We support local arts and education initiatives, and donate generously to organizations that champion social justice, fight food insecurity, and promote equality for all. Job Overview We're looking for a detail-oriented and proactive part time Payroll Administrator to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing payroll processes accurately and efficiently, ensuring timely payments for all staff. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in payroll management and accounting software, along with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Responsibilities Process biweekly payroll via Paycor for hourly and salaried employees while ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with company policies. Review and audit employee timecards, overtime, shift differentials, paid time off, and other payroll-related data to ensure accurate payroll processing. Partner with bakery managers to verify schedules, resolve missed punches, process shift changes, and update vacation, sick time, and pay rate adjustments. Maintain employee payroll records, including new hire onboarding, terminations, wage changes, garnishments, benefit deductions, tax withholdings, and direct deposit information. Respond promptly and professionally to employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, payroll corrections, and direct deposit. Collaborate with leadership and Human Resources to ensure employee and payroll information remains accurate and up to date. Administer year-end payroll activities, including reviewing and validating W-2 and 1099 forms for accuracy. Serve as the administrator for the company's 401(k) plan, coordinating payroll deductions, eligibility, and plan administration. Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations while maintaining strict confidentiality of employee information. Qualifications Proven experience with payroll management using platforms such as Paycor, ADP, or Workday. Strong knowledge of accounting principles including double entry bookkeeping, journal entries, debits & credits, and general ledger reconciliation. Familiarity with financial concepts related to corporate accounting and governmental accounting is a plus. Proficiency in accounting software like QuickBooks or similar financial tools. Excellent analysis skills with the ability to interpret complex data sets accurately. Experience with HRIS systems and benefits administration processes.

Pay:

$25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Maplewood, NJ 07040