Payroll Clerk

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to support payroll operations for a real estate and property organization in Bronx, New York. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is comfortable handling payroll data, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to a fast-paced onsite office environment. The person in this role will help ensure employee pay information is entered and reviewed correctly while assisting the team with day-to-day payroll administration.

Responsibilities:
• Accurately input employee time and attendance details into the payroll system and verify entries before processing.
• Assist with weekly payroll activities for a mixed workforce that includes both union and non-union employees.
• Examine timesheets, pay records, and related payroll information to help maintain complete and reliable documentation.
• Provide administrative support for recurring payroll tasks, helping the team stay organized and on schedule.
• Apply established pay codes and payroll system rules to ensure earnings and deductions are recorded properly.
• Identify missing details, inconsistencies, or unusual payroll information and bring them forward for resolution.
• Support daily payroll operations in an onsite office setting and respond to routine payroll-related needs as they arise.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience working in payroll or payroll administration.
• Familiarity with full-cycle payroll processing for employee populations ranging from 101 to 500 employees.
• Working knowledge of payroll practices involving union and non-union staff.
• Experience handling garnishments and payroll-related deductions.
• Strong data entry skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficiency using ADP payroll systems or similar payroll software.
• Ability to manage confidential information and maintain organized payroll records.

Compensation

$20.00-$25.00 Hourly

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