Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

Varonis (Nasdaq: VRNS) is a leader in data security, fighting a different battle than conventional cybersecurity companies. Our cloud‑native Data Security Platform continuously discovers and classifies critical data, removes exposures, and detects advanced threats with AI‑powered automation.

Thousands of organizations worldwide trust Varonis to defend their data wherever it lives — across SaaS, IaaS, and hybrid cloud environments. Customers use Varonis to automate a wide range of security outcomes, including data security posture management (DSPM), data classification, data access governance (DAG), data detection and response (DDR), data loss prevention (DLP), and insider risk management.

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The Payroll Specialist is accountable for providing quality service to all employees. This role involves assisting employees with payroll production and tax‑related inquiries, ensuring accuracy, and delivering exceptional customer service.

New York City

• High School Diploma or equivalent; college degree highly preferred.
• 4 or more years of office‑related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Solid understanding of payroll and payroll tax laws.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel functions such as VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, payroll software (e.g., Paylocity, ADP, etc.), and data entry.
• Proficiency in MS Office, payroll software (e.g., Paylocity, ADP, etc.), data entry, and office equipment.
• Strong customer service orientation with proven problem resolution skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational, planning, and prioritization skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Experience working with HRIS integrations and payroll system interfaces is a plus.
• Experience processing or supporting multi‑state payroll is preferred.

• Compile payroll data including garnishments, vacation time, insurance, and 401(k) deductions for 1,000+ employees, including new hire and termination processing.
• Review and verify information from electronic time clocks for completeness and accuracy.
• Calculate overtime, vacation, and sick hours accurately.
• Contact employees to obtain any missing information.
• Process semi‑monthly transfer of payroll data to the payroll system.
• Generate payroll management reports from the payroll software system.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Varonis is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.