Payroll specialist​/Confidential Executive Assistant​/website content assistant

Overview

The Borough of Tenafly (Bergen County) is seeking a qualified and experienced full‑time Payroll Specialist/Confidential Executive Assistant/Website content assistant, reporting directly to the Borough Administrator. The Borough has a population of 15,500 and an operating budget of $38 million, with payroll for about 165 employees. Payroll is processed bi‑monthly on the 15th and the last day of the month. The Borough is automating portions of payroll through the iSolved software, with the goal of integrating the police department's POS system and employee self‑service.

• Prepare bi‑monthly payroll through the iSolved software, including employee pension contribution deductions for NJ PFRS, PERS, and DCRP; employee health insurance premium deductions; employee deferred compensation deductions and transmissions to approved 457B plans; longevity calculations; and other calculations required by Borough Policies and Collective Bargaining Agreements.
• Maintain confidentiality of payroll, budget, CBA, and related duties assigned by the Borough Administrator.
• Update and manage content on the Borough website, ensuring timely public information.

• 3+ years of payroll experience;
  Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance or a related field.
• Experience with iSolved, NJ PFRS, PERS, DCRP, employee pre‑tax deductions, and 457B deferred compensation plans (preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Organized, detail‑oriented, and a team player.

• Fingerprints and background checks required.

Final date to receive applications is by August 7, 2026.

E.O.E./A.D.A. The Borough reserves the right to interview candidates prior to the deadline.