Payroll Coordinator

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.

If this mission resonates with you, keep reading!

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 deductions

Maintain and update payroll records, databases, and employee information in the payroll system

Calculate and process payroll taxes, benefits deductions, garnishments, and other withholdings

Prepare and distribute payroll reports, tax filings, and year-end documentation (W-2s, 1099s)

Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and tax requirements

Support time and attendance tracking, including review and approval of timesheets

Respond to employee payroll inquiries and resolve payroll-related issues promptly

Assist with new hire setup, termination processing, and status changes in payroll system

Collaborate with HR team on benefits administration and leave management coordination

Maintain confidentiality and accuracy of all payroll data and employee information

Support month-end and year-end closing processes and audits as needed

Qualifications

Education & Experience :

Associate's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field preferred

3-5 years of hands-on payroll processing experience, preferably in nonprofit or multi-location environments

Paylocity experience strongly preferred; experience with other HRIS systems considered

Knowledge of federal and state payroll tax regulations and compliance requirements