Payroll Administrator Job at Robert Half (Teaneck)

Payroll Administrator

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Teaneck

Category:
Office Administration

Contract Type:
Contract work

Salary:

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Job Description:

We are looking for a Payroll Administrator to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a multi-state employee population in New Jersey. This contract opportunity has the potential to become permanent and is ideal for someone who is confident managing full-cycle payroll and maintaining compliance across multiple jurisdictions. The role requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Job Responsibility:

Process end-to-end payroll for a workforce of approximately 101 to 500 employees, ensuring accuracy and on-time completion each pay period
Administer payroll activities across multiple states while applying applicable wage, tax, and regulatory requirements
Review employee pay data, deductions, adjustments, and time records to identify and resolve discrepancies before payroll is finalized
Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation in a consistent, organized, and audit-ready manner
Use ADP Workforce Now to manage payroll transactions, updates, reporting, and employee pay-related changes
Partner with internal teams such as HR and finance to address payroll questions, research issues, and support employee updates
Reconcile payroll totals and validate reports to ensure proper processing of earnings, taxes, and benefit deductions
Assist with payroll-related process updates or system-related changes as needed while minimizing disruption to ongoing payroll operations

Requirements:

Hands-on experience processing full-cycle payroll independently
Proven ability to manage payroll for employees working in multiple states
Background supporting payroll operations for organizations with 101 to 500 employees
Working knowledge of ADP Workforce Now and its payroll functionality
Solid understanding of payroll regulations, tax withholding, deductions, and compliance practices
High level of accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail when handling sensitive payroll information
Strong problem-solving and communication skills with the ability to address payroll issues efficiently

What we offer:

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 20, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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