Payroll Coordinator - Temporary Position
- Role : Temporary Payroll Coordinator
- Location : White Plains, NY (fully on-site)
- Schedule : Monday-Friday, 9 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PM
- Duration : 6-month temporary assignment with potential for extension
- Compensation : $30-35 / hour
About Our Organization Our client is a well-established nonprofit organization with nearly a century of impactful community service. This mission-driven organization has been at the forefront of social change, dedicated to promoting equity, empowerment, and justice for underserved communities.
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Position Overview Our client is seeking a qualified candidate for a temporary Payroll Coordinator position within the Human Resources Department located in White Plains, NY . This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional to make an immediate impact while supporting our organization's critical mission.
Job Summary Reporting to the Human Resources Lead , the Payroll Coordinator is a detail-oriented and analytical professional who will manage all aspects of payroll processing and administration. The ideal candidate will ensure accurate and timely payroll operations, maintain compliance with federal and state regulations, and provide exceptional support to employees regarding payroll-related inquiries. This temporary role is essential in maintaining seamless payroll operations during a period of organizational transition.
Key Responsibilities
Process bi-weekly payroll for all employees, including regular wages, overtime, bonuses, and deductionsMaintain and update payroll records, databases, and employee information in the payroll systemCalculate and process payroll taxes, benefits deductions, garnishments, and other withholdingsPrepare and distribute payroll reports, tax filings, and year-end documentation (W-2s, 1099s)Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely mannerEnsure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and tax requirementsSupport time and attendance tracking, including review and approval of timesheetsRespond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve payroll-related issues promptlyAssist with new hire setup, termination processing, and status changes in payroll systemCollaborate with HR team on benefits administration and leave management coordinationMaintain confidentiality and accuracy of all payroll data and employee informationSupport month-end and year-end closing processes and audits as neededQualifications
Education & Experience :
Associate's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field preferred3-5 years of hands-on payroll processing experience, preferably in nonprofit or multi-location environmentsPaylocity experience strongly preferred; experience with other HRIS systems consideredKnowledge of federal and state payroll tax regulations and compliance requirements