Payroll Administrator
Nick Corieri with Robert Half is looking for a Payroll Administrator to join a collaborative HR team in Syracuse, New York. This position offers the chance to support payroll operations while also contributing to broader employee-related processes across the organization. The ideal candidate enjoys working closely with staff and leaders, communicates well, and is eager to grow within a hands-on, supportive environment.
Responsibilities:
• Process accurate multi-state payroll for a workforce of approximately 101 to 500 employees, ensuring timely completion each pay cycle.
• Partner with employees and department managers to address payroll questions, update records, and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
• Maintain payroll data within Payroll software and verify changes related to compensation, deductions, and employee status.
• Assist with onboarding activities by preparing employment documentation and helping new hires transition smoothly into the organization.
• Support HR compliance efforts by maintaining records, monitoring policy adherence, and helping communicate required updates.
• Track company assets assigned to employees and help keep inventory records organized and current.
• Contribute to workplace safety administration by supporting documentation, reporting, and related follow-up activities.
• Prepare reports and analyze HR or payroll metrics using Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications to support decision-making.
Qualifications:
• At least 1 year of experience in payroll administration or a closely related HR support role.
• Working knowledge of multi-state payroll processing for an employee population of roughly 101 to 500 individuals.
• Experience using ADP, UKG, Paylocity or a comparable payroll platform to manage employee and payroll records.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including strong Excel skills for reporting, data review, and record maintenance.
• Familiarity with HR policies, compliance practices, and documentation standards.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion and maintain a high level of accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively across departments.
• Exposure to onboarding, asset tracking, safety coordination, or general HR administration is preferred.
Compensation
$55,000.00-$65,000.00 YearlyAbout Us
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