
payroll specialist East Rutherford, NJ
Job description
- First point of contact for our employees on payroll related matters
- Maintain payroll information as required
- Process personnel changes such as new hires, terminations, job changes, leave of absence, benefit deductions, etc.
- Coordinates efforts between the payroll department and other departments such as the human resources and budget to ensure accurate employee data
- Handles and monitors the use of the electronic timekeeping system
- Ensures compliance and maintains current knowledge of applicable federal and state policies
- Facilitates management and employee understanding of payroll procedures
- Responsible for the garnishment/child support set up/ garnishment questionnaire
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or another related field, preferred
- 1+ years’ experience in processing multi state payrolls both union and non-union
- Experience with system software such as UltiPro, preferred
- International payroll experience such as Canadian, preferred
- Strong skills using and understanding the flow of transactions in an integrated and automated payroll accounting system
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme discretion
- Proficient problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy
- Proficient skill with Personal Computer Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
- Professional written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills, and the ability to work under pressure
- Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and meet all deadlines
- Minimal travel requirements as needed for business purposes
- Working space will be in a quiet open environment seated within a cubical
- Work assignments may be completed remotely and/or available company offices/branches within respective markets
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer and/or keyboard
- Heavy methods of verbal and auditory communication via phone, virtual calls, and/or email
