Payroll Administrator

A busy company in the Rockaway area is seeking a Payroll Administrator to join a growing organization. This Payroll Administrator will get the chance to work for a dynamic team that offers training, support, guidance, and a flexible working schedule. The ideal Payroll Administrator will have 2-3 years of payroll processing experience, have both weekly and biweekly payroll processing experience, and have time and attendance experience. Other responsibilities of this Payroll Administrator will include but not be limited to:

• Manage weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly payroll operations for 2 facilities
• Take on the role of Time & Attendance system administrator, including collaborating with vendors to resolve issues and setting up new users
• Provide support to Time & Attendance users with coding challenges, corrections, and edits
• Develop detailed reports on payroll and absenteeism for various departments
• Contribute to the maintenance and preparation of various reports for the Business Unit
• Collaborate with other departments on payroll reporting matters
• Generate reports on absenteeism disciplinary actions for HRM review
• Keep track of and update Leaves of Absence in the Time & Attendance systems
• Collaborate closely with HR Generalist in assisting with the onboarding process for new employees
• Support with the paperwork for New Hires and Terminations
• Assist in maintaining the personnel filing system and records retention
• Manage Employee Service awards and employee recognition programs

• 2-3 years of payroll or related experience.
• Proficiency in managing bi-monthly payroll activities is required.
• Familiarity with the manufacturing industry will be considered beneficial.
• Expected to be proficient in using payroll software systems.
• The ability to handle confidential information in a discreet and detail-oriented manner is required.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential.
• The ability to work effectively in a team and independently when necessary is expected.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to meet tight deadlines are required.