Payroll Processor

Job Description

Title: Payroll Processor

Location: Brooklyn, NY 11232

Salary: $22-$27/hour

We are seeking a bright, motivated, organized, and detail-oriented individual to join our Brooklyn office. We are currently only looking for individuals who can work full-time from 9 AM to 5 PM Monday - Friday.

Job Description:

The Payroll Specialist is primarily responsible for the accurate and timely processing of all payroll functions. The Payroll Specialist is the primary contact for all payroll inquiries and requires exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills. The successful candidate will handle frequent and urgent requests for information about payroll, tax, vacation and sick time, report generation, general ledger, and other general payroll policy matters.

Responsibilities:

Checking timesheets for accuracy

Entering data into databases and spreadsheets

Handling direct deposit requests and data

Processing paper checks for distribution

Acquiring all necessary signatures to distribute payroll

Processing wage garnishments

Making adjustments in pay for raises, bonuses, and commission

Processing out-of-cycle checks and employee separations

Serving as a point of contact for employee inquiries regarding paychecks, direct deposit, and/or general payroll questions

Maintaining current employee salary allocations per payroll

Troubleshooting problems with paychecks, tax deductions, vacation and sick accruals, and other payroll-related matters by researching and responding accordingly with related staff and managers

Running and preparing reports on a regular basis for payroll

Demonstrating the ability to process new hires, terminations, status changes, tax changes, deductions, calculating wage and overtime payments, double time, and other duties associated with standard payroll processing

Qualifications:

High School Diploma

Strong PC skills

General math skills

Detail-oriented

Strong work ethic and team player

Organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan