Payroll Coordinator Temp

Job Description

As Cohn Reznick grows, so do our career opportunities. As one of the nation’s top professional services firms, Cohn Reznick creates rewarding careers in advisory, assurance, and tax with team members who value innovation and collaboration in everything they do!

Cohn Reznick helps organizations optimize performance, manage risk, and maximize value through Cohn Reznick LLP (assurance services) and Cohn Reznick Advisory LLC (advisory and tax services). Together, the firm provides leaders with deep industry knowledge and relationships, solutions to address clients’ unique business goals and risks, and insight on how emerging market forces can drive opportunity. With offices nationwide, the firm serves organizations around the world as an independent member of Nexia.

We currently have an exciting career opportunity for a Payroll Coordinator Temp to join the team in our Practice Management practice.

Cohn Reznick is a hybrid firm and most of our professionals are located within a commutable distance to one of our offices. This position is considered hybrid which means team members are expected to be thoughtful and intentional in how they create opportunities for in-person collaboration. While the cadence of in-office presence is determined at the team level, our professionals are encouraged to be in the office/together in person on average 3 days a week.

At Cohn Reznick, we’re united by a common mission to create opportunity, value, and trust for our clients, our people, and our communities. Whether it’s working alongside your peers to solve a client challenge, or volunteering together at the local food bank, there are so many ways to find your “why” at the firm.

We believe it’s important to balance work with everyday life – and make time for enjoyment and fun. We invest in a robust Total Rewards package that includes everything from generous PTO, a flexible work environment, expanded parental leave, extensive learning & development, and even paid time off for employees to volunteer.

• Ensure timely processing of multi-state bi-weekly and semi-monthly payrolls in accordance with labor regulations and standard accounting principles
• Administer, calculate, and record payroll deductions
• Process wage garnishments, pay levies and other involuntary court-ordered payments in a timely manner
• Perform tasks to establish and maintain payroll records
• Review payroll reports for accuracy and process adjustments if needed
• Prepare all payroll-related journal entries
• Work closely with Accounting Manager to reconcile payroll general ledger accounts
• Prepare special reports for management as needed
• Assist with year-end payroll processing and W-2 preparation
• Assist Payroll Manager in proactively identifying gaps within the payroll process and escalating as necessary
• Respond to departmental inquiries and issues related to payroll information. Works to resolve issues and problems in an expeditious and satisfactory manner
• Assist with 401(k) and Workers Compensation audit process and other audit tasks as assigned by Payroll Manager
• Work closely with People & Culture department

• Minimum of 3 years of experience working in a mid-size (approximately 3-4k employees), multi-state company
• BS/BA in Business Administration, Accounting, Human Resources or related field
• Understanding of multi-location payroll and local, state and federal rules and laws on payroll taxes
• Proficient knowledge of MS Office (especially Excel)
• Experience with Ultimate Kronos Group Software
• Able to work overtime when necessary
• Ability to problem solve, analyze, good mathematical skills and be able to multitask in a fast pace environment
• Outstanding communication skills (written and verbal)
• Experience in a Professional Service Industry a plus

In addition, please take a moment to review our Universal Job Standards
. Studies have shown that we are less likely to apply to jobs unless we meet every single qualification. At Cohn Reznick, we are dedicated to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our other roles.

In New Jersey, the salary range for a Payroll Coordinator is $25 an hour. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual’s skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. Salary is one component of the Cohn Reznick total rewards package, which includes a discretionary performance bonus, generous paid time off, expanded and inclusive parental benefits, to name a few.

Cohn Reznick is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive team to drive business results and create a better future every day for our team members,