Payroll & Benefits Coordinator

Column Technical Services is seeking a Payroll & Benefits Coordinator to join a leading regional law firm office in Bergen County, New Jersey. This coordinator will be responsible for accurate, timely payroll processing and the administration of employee benefits, while ensuring full compliance with applicable regulations. The ideal candidate is detail‑driven, highly organized, and able to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.

We encourage you to apply to further discuss this great job opportunity!

The office is not served by public transit, so reliable personal transportation is necessary. Hybrid work model with three onsite days each week.

• Payroll & Benefits Administration
  • Manage end‑to‑end payroll and benefits processing in ADP Workforce Now, including data imports, audits, and reconciliations.
  • Verify timecards, hours worked, overtime, and leave accruals.
  • Review and validate payroll data to ensure accuracy before processing.
  • Administer employee benefits, including new enrollments, changes, and ongoing support.
  • Provide benefits, counseling and guidance to employees.
• Compliance & Reporting
  • Ensure payroll and benefits practices comply with federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Process and maintain garnishments, deductions, and wage assignments.
  • Assist with quarterly and annual payroll tax filings and reconciliations.
  • Support year‑end payroll activities, including W‑2 preparation and audits.
• Employee Support
  • Respond to employee payroll and benefits inquiries in a clear, professional manner.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll and employee data.
  • Support new hire onboarding related to payroll, benefits, and timekeeping systems.
• Systems & Financial Coordination
  • Maintain accurate payroll records, employee changes, and system updates.
  • Reconcile payroll accounts and collaborate with Finance on general ledger postings.
  • Partner with HR and IT to resolve system issues and support payroll enhancements.
  • Review monthly premium statements for medical, life, and other benefit plans.
  • Maintain relationships with insurance carriers and brokers to resolve issues and ensure accurate enrollments.

• Associate degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of payroll processing experience.
• Working knowledge of ADP Workforce Now payroll and benefits modules.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including data entry, formatting, and validation.
• Strong understanding of payroll laws, tax regulations, and wage‑and‑hour compliance.
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality.
• Preferred
  • Experience with multi‑state payroll.
  • Understanding of general ledger accounting.
  • Payroll certification (FPC or CPP).
  • Prior experience in a law firm or professional services environment.

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management abilities.
• Clear, professional communication and strong customer service orientation.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet deadlines.
• High level of integrity and discretion when handling sensitive information.