Payroll Specialist

Location: Trenton
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

Payroll Specialist Job Description Position Summary: The Payroll Specialist is responsible for processing payroll accurately and on time, maintaining payroll records, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws. This role works closely with HR, finance, and external vendors to ensure seamless payroll operations. Key Responsibilities: Process weekly, bi-weekly, or semi-monthly payroll for all employees in accordance with company policies and applicable laws Ensure accurate calculation of wages, deductions, benefits, bonuses, and taxes Maintain and update payroll records including new hires, terminations, promotions, and changes in pay Prepare and submit payroll tax filings and ensure compliance with all payroll-related regulations Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner Collaborate with HR and Accounting teams on benefits, time tracking, and payroll funding Provide timely and accurate payroll reports for internal and external audits Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, deductions, and pay discrepancies Maintain confidentiality of employee information and payroll data at all times Qualifications: Associate or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (preferred) 2 years of payroll processing experience Knowledge of payroll software (e.g., ADP, Paychex, Paycom, QuickBooks, or similar) Strong understanding of federal and state wage and hour laws Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis Strong communication and problem-solving abilities Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply. California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. If you would like to complete our voluntary self-identification form, please click here or copy and paste the following link into an open window in your browser: https://jobs.beaconhillstaffing.com/eeoc/ Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other records. Company Profile: Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement. Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs. Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting www.bhsg.com . Benefits Information: Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings. We look forward to working with you. Beacon Hill. Employing the Future™

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