Payroll Clerk

We are seeking a Payroll Clerk in Middlesex County, NJ. In this role you will be responsible for payroll processing, timesheets, employee onboarding, and more! If you have 1+ years of experience handling payroll and are looking for a new opportunity, this might be the role for you!

Responsibilities:

• Process payroll accurately while maintaining compliance with company policies.

• Enter employee timesheets accurately and on time to support payroll processing.

• Review payroll information and make simple updates or corrections when needed.

• Check payroll records for errors and help make sure employees are paid correctly.

• Update and maintain employee payroll records, including taxes, benefits, and other deductions.

• Support employee onboarding by preparing paperwork, coordinating new employee onboarding, and helping ensure a smooth start.

Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of experience in payroll processing.

• Working knowledge of full-cycle payroll procedures, including timesheet review and semi-monthly payroll preparation.

• Ability to perform accurate data entry and maintain organized payroll and employee records.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to prepare documentation for reconciliations, payments, and approvals.

• Comfortable coordinating with accounting or administrative teams on benefit payments, transfers, and supporting records.

Compensation

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