Payroll Specialist Job at FOCUSPOINT, New York, NY

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  • FOCUSPOINT
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Position Summary

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for both hourly and salaried employees. This role oversees wage garnishment administration, payroll reporting, benefits deduction accuracy, and supports various accounting and leadership initiatives. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working with multiple systems in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Payroll Processing:

    • Process biweekly or weekly payroll for hourly and salaried employees.

    • Verify, calculate, and enter timecard data to ensure accuracy and compliance.

  • Wage Garnishment Administration:

    • Enter, maintain, and process all wage garnishments, including child support, tax levies, and other required deductions.

    • Ensure timely and compliant payment of garnishment obligations.

  • Payroll Reporting & Transfers:

    • Prepare and process property payroll transfer reports and other payroll-related documentation as needed.

    • Maintain organized payroll records in accordance with company and regulatory requirements.

  • Benefits & Deductions Management:

    • Ensure all benefit deductions-including health, retirement, and supplemental benefits-are accurate and up to date.

    • Coordinate with HR and benefits administrators to resolve discrepancies.

  • Auditing & Data Integrity:

    • Conduct routine audits of payroll data, deductions, and employee records.

    • Identify and resolve errors to maintain the highest level of accuracy and data integrity.

  • Accounting & Leadership Support:

    • Assist leadership and accounting teams with special projects, reconciliations, and ad-hoc reporting.

    • Provide reliable support for cross-functional financial processes.

Qualifications
  • Education & Experience:

    • 2+ years of payroll experience preferred.

    • Experience with wage garnishments, payroll audits, and multi-deduction payrolls is highly desirable.

  • Technical Skills:

    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) .

    • Experience with QuickBooks required.

    • Experience with PayChoice or Payroll Associates strongly preferred.

  • Additional Competencies:

    • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

    • Ability to maintain confidentiality and work with sensitive information.

    • Excellent communication and customer service skills.

    • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Temporary work, Work at office,

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