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Payroll Administrator

Job Overview

The Payroll Administrator will provide essential support in payroll data management, employee onboarding, and compliance reporting. This role requires proficiency with ADP, Excel, and other payroll platforms. The assistant will assist with payroll-related data entry, analysis, censuses, workers’ compensation audits, and administrative requests, collaborating closely with HR and accounting teams. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and foundational payroll knowledge to support an established and growing team.

Schedule: 40 hours/week; Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm with 30 minutes unpaid break

Client timezone: EST (New Jersey)

Responsibilities:

  • Assist with payroll data entry, data analysis, and payroll-related reporting.
  • Support payroll processes across multiple platforms, with heavy use of ADP and other payroll systems.
  • Maintain accurate employee records and assist with onboarding new hires, ensuring all forms (I-9, W-4, state tax forms, etc.) are completed and filed correctly.
  • Prepare and support censuses, workers’ compensation audits, and other compliance-related reporting.
  • Provide administrative assistance with payroll-related requests, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
  • Collaborate with HR and accounting teams to ensure proper documentation and smooth payroll operations.

Requirements

  • internet speed of at least 150 Mbps
  • Previous experience with ADP and exposure to multiple payroll platforms.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel (formulas, pivot tables, reporting).
  • Basic knowledge of QuickBooks (QBs) and general payroll processes.
  • Understanding of employee onboarding procedures and required compliance forms.
  • Excellent attention to detail and data entry accuracy.
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills.
  • Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.

Independent Contractor Perks

  • Permanent work from home
  • Immediate hiring
  • Health Insurance Coverage for eligible locations (for full-time roles only)

Note

  • Please click the "Apply" button to complete your application, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Your hourly pay rate will be established based on your performance in the application process; submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.

Payroll Administrator

Job Category

Accounting and Finance

Job Type

Full Time (35 hours or more per week)

Work Schedule and Timezone

New Jersey, EST

Published on

Sep 10 2026

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