Payroll Administrator - ADP WFN

Location: Monmouth Junction

Description

Our client is seeking a Payroll Administrator who will not only manage full-cycle payroll processing but also support general ledger (GL) reconciliation and journal entry (JE) preparation related to payroll accounting. This role is ideal for someone who understands both payroll operations and accounting impact, and can bridge HR, Finance, and Accounting functions.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Process full-cycle payroll (weekly/biweekly/semi-monthly) accurately and on time

+ Maintain payroll records, deductions, benefits, garnishments, and tax with holdings

+ Review and reconcile payroll prior to submission for approval

+ Prepare and post payroll journal entries (JE) into the General Ledger

+ Reconcile payroll accounts, including wages, taxes, benefits, and accruals

+ Partner with Accounting to ensure accurate month-end and year-end close

+ Assist with payroll-related audits, compliance reporting, and filings

+ Resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries in a timely manner

+ Support system updates, integrations, and process improvements

Requirements

+ Strong understanding of payroll tax regulations and compliance requirements

+ Experience preparing journal entries and GL reconciliations strongly preferred

+ Familiarity with payroll systems (ADP, Paychex, UKG, Workday, etc.)

+ Solid Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, data reconciliation)

+ Strong attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines

+ Accounting or Finance background a plus

+ Experience supporting month-end close processes

+ Exposure to multi-state payroll

+ Understanding of benefits accounting and accruals

+ Ability to work cross-functionally with HR and Finance teams

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