Job Title: Payroll Assistant – Payroll Processor
Location: New York, NY
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 8 Weeks
Shift: Flexible Schedule | Every Other Friday: 6:00 AM–2:00 PM or 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
Schedule: 35 hours per week | 7 hours per day | 5 days per week | 1-hour lunch
Assignment Type: Onsite
Setting: Hospital / Payroll Department
Local Candidates Required: Accepted
Traveler Candidates Required: Accepted
Pay Rate: $26–$31 per hour
Note: This job doesn't offer any benefits.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Payroll Assistant – Payroll Processor to process employee payroll, manage deductions, maintain accurate payroll records, and ensure compliance with applicable payroll regulations. The candidate will support payroll operations, resolve discrepancies, and collaborate with HR and finance teams.
Required Qualifications
Minimum 2 years of experience in payroll processing, including garnishments, taxes, and year-end activities.
High school diploma or GED.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Knowledge of payroll calculations, including wages, overtime, bonuses, retroactive adjustments, and deductions.
Experience processing wage garnishments, tax withholdings, and employee benefit deductions.
Knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll regulations and tax compliance requirements.
Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
High attention to detail and accuracy in payroll calculations and data entry.
Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee information.
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with HR, finance, and employees.
Flexibility to work onsite and follow the required schedule, including alternating Friday shifts.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field.
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC).
Experience with payroll systems such as Oracle Cloud, PeopleSoft, and ADP.
Experience with QuickBooks, Pay Choice, or Payroll Associates.
Experience with payroll audits, reconciliations, and year-end reporting.
Responsibilities
Process payroll accurately for hourly and salaried employees.
Calculate wages, overtime, bonuses, retroactive pay adjustments, and other payroll payments.
Process employee deductions, including tax withholdings, wage garnishments, and benefits contributions.
Assist with entering, processing, and paying wage garnishments.
Process payroll transfer reports and maintain accurate payroll records.
Maintain employee files and enter payroll information into HRIS and payroll systems.
Manage time-and-attendance records and verify employee work hours.
Verify benefit deductions and payroll adjustments.
Conduct payroll audits and reconcile records to maintain data accuracy.
Review tax filings and assist with year-end payroll activities and reporting.
Ensure compliance with applicable payroll regulations and reporting requirements.
Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and respond to employee inquiries.
Use payroll systems to process transactions and manage employee data.
Review and process payroll information across multiple systems.
Provide payroll and accounting support for additional projects as assigned.
Maintain the confidentiality and security of employee payroll information.