Job Title: Payroll Assistant / Payroll Processor

Location: New York, NY
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Duration: 8 Weeks (NO BENEFITS)
Shift: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Schedule: 7 hours per day, 5 days per week
Pay Rate: $28–$32 per hour 

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Assistant / Payroll Processor with 2+ years of payroll processing experience to support accurate and timely payroll operations. The ideal candidate will have experience with payroll calculations, timekeeping, employee records, payroll deductions, and resolving payroll-related discrepancies.

Key Responsibilities

• Process payroll for hourly and salaried employees accurately and on time.

• Calculate regular wages, overtime, bonuses, deductions, and benefits.

• Process wage garnishments and payroll tax withholdings.

• Review employee timekeeping, attendance, and timesheet records.

• Perform retroactive pay calculations and payroll adjustments.

• Verify the accuracy of benefits, deductions, and other payroll transactions.

• Maintain accurate employee payroll records and HRIS data.

• Conduct payroll reconciliations, audits, and data-quality checks.

• Assist with year-end payroll activities and W-2 reporting.

• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and respond to employee inquiries.

• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and leadership on payroll-related activities and projects.

• Maintain the confidentiality and security of sensitive employee information.

Required Qualifications and Preferred Skills

• 2+ years of payroll processing experience preferred.

• Hands-on experience processing payroll for hourly and salaried employees.

• Knowledge of payroll taxes, wage garnishments, benefits deductions, and year-end payroll procedures.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

• Experience with payroll and HRIS systems.

• Familiarity with Oracle Cloud, PeopleSoft, or ADP is preferred.

• Strong analytical, numerical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• High attention to detail and accuracy.

• Ability to manage confidential employee and payroll information professionally.

• Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) is preferred.

• Healthcare or hospital payroll experience is a plus.