Payroll Assistant
NavitasPartners • New York, NY • Full Time
Posted on Fri, May 22, 2026
Job Title: Payroll Assistant
Location: Manhattan, New York
Duration: 3+ Months (Possible Extension)
Shift: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Pay Rate: $32/hr on W2
Job Description
Seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Assistant to support payroll and timekeeping operations in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have experience handling payroll processes, timekeeping audits, employee leave tracking, and payroll adjustments while ensuring compliance and accuracy.
Responsibilities
- Review, audit, and process employee timesheets for accuracy and compliance
- Monitor missed punches, overtime, pay differentials, and time entries
- Prepare and reconcile payroll-related adjustments
- Track and manage employee leave records including FMLA and other leave types
- Investigate and resolve timekeeping discrepancies
- Maintain accurate payroll documentation and records
- Support payroll processing schedules and deadlines
- Handle confidential employee and payroll information with discretion
Requirements
- Minimum 2+ years of payroll and timekeeping experience
- Experience with garnishments, taxes, and year-end payroll activities
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred in Business, HR, Accounting, or related field
- Experience supporting large employee populations preferred
- Familiarity with union contracts and public sector payroll is a plus
Technical Skills
- Experience with Oracle, PeopleSoft, or similar HR/payroll systems
- Strong Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills
- Ability to work across multiple systems simultaneously
Core Competencies
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Knowledge of payroll procedures and compliance requirements
- Ability to analyze and resolve payroll discrepancies
- Excellent organizational and multitasking skills
- Strong communication and customer service abilities
- Ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven environment
For more details reach at vgill@navitassols.comor Call / Text at 516-862-1203.