Payroll Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

TPG Staffing is seeking a (hybrid schedule) Payroll Specialist for our client, a successful central NJ company. The ideal candidate will be committed to excellent client service and able to perform all the activities necessary to process payrolls for a diverse array of client entities at various pay frequencies. If you enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where things change very quickly – this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform pay data entry, including time and attendance, employee maintenance and record keeping using payroll applications, such as ADP, Paychex, Paylocity, and UKG
• Perform daily payroll department operations for various client entities
• Execute end-to-end payroll processing to ensure compliance with federal, state and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices
• Understand proper taxation
• Process correct garnishment calculations and compliance
• Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports of payroll transactions
• Review time and attendance processing and interface with payroll
• Calculate gross-up calculations and manual checks
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates
• Conduct WC/SDI Insurance Payments/Audits
• Respond to client requests quickly and accurately
• Maintain client files in an electronic filing system

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• 3 Plus years experience processing payroll
• Must be able to create detailed reports
• Ability to meet strict deadlines, maintain strict confidentiality and exercise extreme discretion
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent Excel Skills

The above requirements and qualifications are meant to describe the general nature of the position and do not represent all duties to be performed by the selected candidate. Please note that only candidates who are under consideration for the position will be contacted. The Company is an equal opportunity employer. All employment is decided on basis of qualifications, merit and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.