Payroll Administrator Newark Robert Half

Payroll Administrator

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join an onsite team in Newark, New Jersey. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who has strong hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now and can manage payroll activities with accuracy, discretion, and a high level of accountability. The role supports both payroll and HR operations, requiring someone who can balance employee support, compliance tasks, and administrative coordination in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and support biweekly payroll processing using ADP Workforce Now, ensuring records are complete, accurate, and submitted on time.

• Investigate payroll and timekeeping issues, identify root causes, and coordinate timely corrections when discrepancies arise.

• Update employee information in HR and payroll systems, including status changes, pay-related adjustments, and other personnel record changes.

• Respond to employee questions related to self-service access, payroll details, and routine HR matters with professionalism and clarity.

• Create, maintain, and distribute payroll and HR reports using system data and Excel spreadsheets for tracking and analysis.

• Maintain organized and confidential employee files while ensuring documentation is current and handled in accordance with company standards.

• Support onboarding activities by assisting with pre-employment checks, new employee documentation, and training coordination.

• Process HR-related invoices and manage administrative tasks such as employment verifications, garnishment records, unemployment documentation, and workers' compensation support.

• Provide day-to-day administrative assistance to the HR and payroll team while safeguarding sensitive employee and compensation information.