Payroll Specialist

Location: Cedarhurst, NY (On-site)

Comp: $65,000–$80,000 DOE + benefits (PTO, health)

About the Role

Join a growing tax & accounting firm supporting small–mid-sized businesses nationwide. You’ll own accurate, compliant payroll processing and partner with finance to keep operations running smoothly.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end, multi-state payroll processing (hourly/exempt), pay cycles, off-cycles, and terminations
• Validate timecards, earnings, PTO, deductions, and benefits; process garnishments and reimbursements
• Prepare/file payroll taxes (federal/state/local), quarterly/annual filings, W-2/W-3, 1099 where applicable
• Maintain employee payroll records; onboard new hires and update changes (rate, status, benefits)
• Reconcile payroll to GL; generate reports for finance and leadership
• Respond to employee/vendor inquiries; support audits and compliance initiatives (FLSA, state regs)
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Requirements

• 2+ years of hands-on payroll experience (multi-state preferred)
• Must have prior working experience using QuickBooks (QuickBooks Payroll a plus)
• Familiarity with ADP/Paychex or similar payroll systems
• Solid Excel skills; high accuracy, confidentiality, and deadline discipline
• Clear communicator who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment