Payroll Processor

Payroll Processor

 

JOB-10046443

Anticipated Start Date

June 29, 2026

Location

Bronx, NY

Type of Employment

Contract Hire

Employer Info

Our client provides top-ranked care, dozens of inpatient and outpatient specialties, and mental health services with a team of highly trained and caring medical professionals who are compassionate, culturally competent and patient centered. Their vision is to be a fully integrated health system that enables New Yorkers to live their healthiest lives. Many of their roles are temp-to-hire, giving our client and our candidates the opportunity to ensure they are the right fit for a full-time position, as this comes with career advancement opportunities and excellent benefits. In fact, over 30% of our candidates have converted to full-time positions at our client.

Job Summary

We are looking for individuals to join our client’s team as Payroll Processor. The ideal candidate will have hands-on payroll experience, a strong understanding of payroll principles, and solid analytical skills. This role is responsible for accurate payroll processing, managing wage garnishments, verifying benefit deductions, conducting payroll audits, and supporting leadership with payroll and accounting-related projects.

Job Description

• Payroll Processing: Accurately calculating wages, overtime, bonuses, and deductions, including tax withholdings, garnishments, and benefits (401k).
• System & Records Management: Maintaining updated employee files, inputting data into HRIS/payroll systems, and managing time-and-attendance records Compliance: Ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local payroll regulations, tax laws, and reporting requirements (e.g., W-2s).
• Reconciliation & Auditing: Balancing payroll records, reviewing tax filings, and assisting with audits.
• Employee Support: Resolving pay discrepancies, answering questions regarding paychecks, and handling payroll inquiries. Required Skills and Qualifications
• Technical Proficiency: Strong skills in payroll software and Microsoft Excel. Specifically looking for Oracle Cloud, Peoplesoft, and ADP

 

Skills Required

• At least 2+ years’ experience in payroll processing (i.e. Garnishments, Taxes, Year End activities).
• Analytical skills related to retro calculations of pay and time required as well as the ability to work with multiple systems simultaneously.
• Intermediate advance skills in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Attention to Detail: High accuracy in data entry and calculations to avoid legal or financial errors.
• Confidentiality: Ability to manage sensitive, confidential employee data.
• Knowledge of Regulations: Understanding labor laws, tax codes, and payroll compliance.
• Communication: Effective communication with HR, finance, and employees.
• Common Experience: Prior experience in payroll, accounting, or human resources.

Education/Training/Certifications

• High School Diploma/GED required
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business, or related field is often preferred.
• FPC (Fundamental Payroll Certification) or CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) designation is a plus

Additional Requirements

• Shift Time: flexible schedule required every other Friday (6a-2p or 10a-6p)

Pay Rate

• $28-$33 per hour, based on experience, skills, and market factors

 

 

HirePower Personnel, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.