Payroll Administrator

at  Robert Half

We are offering a contract to hire employment opportunity for a Payroll Administrator in Parsippany, New Jersey. This role is within the Government industry, and involves working on site for three days and from home for two days per week.

• Accurately verifying timesheets and payroll on a biweekly basis for approximately 250 employees, half of which are exempt and the other half non-exempt.
• Utilizing skills in ‘About Time’, ‘Accounting Functions’, ‘Auditing’, ‘Benefit Functions’, and ‘Payroll - 101 - 500 Employees’.
• Ensuring the successful completion of a background and drug test prior to beginning the role.
• Collaborating with the Controller and HR department during the video interview process.
• Safeguarding all customer data by maintaining accurate credit records.
• Efficiently processing customer credit applications.
• Monitoring customer accounts and initiating appropriate action when necessary.
• Proficiency in ‘About Time’ software is required
• Experience in comprehensive accounting functions is mandatory
• Auditing skills are expected for this role
• Familiarity and experience with benefit functions are necessary
• Prior experience in handling payroll for 101-500 employees is desired
• Knowledge of government payroll policies and procedures is essential
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise extreme discretion
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation
• Strong organizational skills, and the ability to work under pressure
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and meet all deadlines
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related field is preferred.
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