Payroll Assistant Hybrid

We are hiring a Payroll Assistant Hybrid for one of our clients in Trenton NJ.

Job Description:

Responsible for processing the company payroll timely & accurately. Maintains ADP database prepares payroll reconciliation to ensure accuracy produces reports for approval addresses employee inquiries calculates pay changes for salary modifications leaves terminations & new hires.

• Responsible for payroll of the organization as well as all benefit programs; reporting.
• Maintains excellent relations with managers and EDA staff to ensure that payroll is accurate and timely.
• Must possess extensive knowledge of personnel policy and procedure and federal and state laws regarding employment practices. Supports all HR initiatives and programs

Skills required:

• Experience with multi state payroll.
• HRIS experience (e.g. ADP Workforce Now UKG).
• Familiarity with benefits timekeeping systems or accounting interfaces.
• Strong customer service skills and comfort working cross functionally.
• Must be able to; maintain confidentiality communicate effectively both verbally and in writing proficient in grammar spelling editing and foster communications with business professionals and EDA staff
• Experience with emphasis payroll & benefits
• Process bi-weekly semi monthly or monthly payrolls including regular wages overtime bonuses and adjustments.
• Maintain and update employee payroll records (new hires terminations rate changes tax forms deductions).
• Review and validate timesheets for accuracy and policy compliance.
• Handle payroll funding general ledger entries and payroll account reconciliations.
• Respond to employee payroll questions and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare payroll reports for HR Finance and auditors as needed.
• Ensure compliance with wage laws tax requirements garnishments and labor regulations.
• Support year end activities (W 2s 1099s audits etc.).
• Maintain confidentiality and secure handling of sensitive information.
• Coordinate with HR accounting and benefits teams to ensure payroll accuracy.

Experience required:

• Experience with ADP or similar payroll platforms
• 2 4 years of payroll experience
• Strong understanding of payroll laws and regulations.
• Excellent attention to detail analytical ability and problem solving skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and payroll reporting.
• Ability to manage confidential information professionally.

Work hours:

• 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
• Lunch (Unpaid): 1 hour

Additional Information:

• Dress Code: Business Casual
• Work mode: Hybrid Remote 2 days Trenton Office

About Us:

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