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Payroll/Compensation Specialist

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Robert Half

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United States , West Caldwell

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Salary:

100000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Year

Job Description:

A busy company in the West Caldwell area is seeking a Payroll/Compensation Specialist to join their growing organization. This Payroll/Compensation Specialist will get the chance to join a team that offers career growth, a flexible work schedule, and the ability to collaborate with an experienced team. The ideal Payroll/Compensation Specialist will have strong technical payroll expertise with analytical skills to support compensation practices. This Payroll/Compensation Specialist must also be proficient in Workday as well.

Job Responsibility:

  • Process multi-state payroll on a weekly/bi-weekly basis for hourly and salaried employees
  • Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, deductions, and benefit contributions
  • Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
  • Reconcile payroll reports, general ledger entries, and tax filings
  • Coordinate payroll tax reporting, W-2 preparation, and year-end processing
  • Manage garnishments, levies, and other court-ordered deductions
  • Respond to employee payroll inquiries in a timely and professional manner
  • Partner with HR and Finance to ensure data accuracy and proper internal controls
  • Administer salary structures, job classifications, and pay grades
  • Conduct market research and benchmarking to support competitive compensation strategies
  • Assist with annual merit cycles, bonus programs, and incentive plan administration
  • Prepare compensation analysis reports for leadership
  • Support job evaluations and internal equity assessments
  • Ensure compliance with applicable wage and hour laws and pay transparency requirements
  • Maintain compensation documentation and audit-ready records

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Accounting, or related field preferred
  • 3+ years of experience in payroll and/or compensation administration
  • Strong knowledge of payroll tax regulations and labor laws
  • Experience with payroll systems and HRIS platforms (e.g., ADP, Paychex, Workday, or similar)
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data analysis)
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
  • High level of discretion and ability to handle confidential information
What we offer:
  • Career growth
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Ability to collaborate with an experienced team
  • Access to top jobs
  • Competitive compensation and benefits
  • Free online training
  • Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • Eligibility to enroll in company 401(k) plan

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Job Posted:
February 20, 2026

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