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Payroll Analyst - Long Island, NY!

Contract · In Office · Jericho, New York (USA)

Posted Aug 13, 2026

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Our Client is seeking a Payroll Analyst to assist their team with all aspects of payroll processing. This is a temp to perm position on Long Island, NY.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist in coordinating multi-state, bi-weekly payroll for approximately 5,000 employees, utilizing ADP Enterprise 6, ADP Workforce Manager, ADP Reporting, and Smart Compliance systems.
  • Ensure all payroll processes are executed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with established timelines.
  • Monitor and ensure payroll practices meet SOX compliance requirements.
  • Maintain comprehensive knowledge of current Federal, State, and Local labor laws, tax regulations, and payroll requirements.
  • Help with investigation, resolution, and management of payroll-related issues, ensuring timely resolution and effective communication with employees and management.
  • Assist with payroll-related implementations, special projects, and troubleshooting of any issues that may arise.
  • Process a high volume of payroll data during peak seasons while ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Requirements and skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
  • A minimum of 2 years of payroll experience in a high-volume environment, preferably in a multistate setting.
  • Proven experience in payroll processing, including multistate payroll.
  • Knowledge and familiarity of ADP payroll systems (Enterprise 6, Workforce Manager, Reporting, and Smart Compliance) is preferred.
  • Solid understanding of federal, state, and local payroll regulations, tax laws, and labor laws.
  • Experience with payroll compliance, including SOX and year-end payroll processes.
  • Ability to investigate, resolve, and manage complex payroll-related issues.

Please submit your resume to be considered.

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Payroll Analyst - Long Island, NY!

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