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Broadridge

Payroll Administrator (Remote) - Contract - JR1031384

Newark, NJ

Broadridge is growing! We are searching for a remote Payroll Administrator to join our team based out of Newark, NJ. As the Payroll Administrator, you will be responsible for processing Broadridge multi-state bi-weekly and monthly payrolls. You will act as the subject matter expert and support HR Operations with day to day inquiries to complex payroll issues and tax questions. This role requires knowledge of payroll tax regulations to interpret Federal and state laws. Knowledge of Benefits taxation and FLSA guidelines is also vital.

This is a contract role with the opportunity for full time employment.

Job Responsibilities:
- Process US biweekly payrolls to ensure timely and accurate paychecks using ADP Enterprise EV5.

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- Perform accurate calculation for new hires, terminations, LOAs, third party sick pay and salary changes.
- Work with Finance on Payroll reconciliations.
- Interpret payroll policies and tax rules to ensure appropriate tax, benefits and garnishment deductions are calculated and applied correctly.
- Issuance of off cycle manual payments based on payroll procedures and State requirements.
- Review of severance agreements and payments according to the terms.
- Conduct Peer-review for any transactions issued by Payroll team members.
- Interpret court orders to appropriately review tax levies and other garnishments.
- Follows Corporate SOX internal controls and utilizes the pre and post audits cycle checklists to maintain compliance.
- Research complex and critical issues while meeting Payroll SLA’s.
- Make recommendations for process improvement opportunities. Document department processes and update SOPs.

Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Administration or equivalent experience preferred.
- Excellent knowledge of ADP Enterprise EV5 Payroll required.
- Workday HR knowledge is a plus.
- 5 + years of payroll experience.
- Proven customer service orientation.
- Attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to Multi-Task and prioritize
- Self-starter with ability to work under tight deadlines.
- Maintain privacy of data and information.
- Teamwork, coordination and collaboration.
- Intermediate level using Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook

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Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Work-From-Home Stipend
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Financial Counseling
    • Relocation Assistance
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Founder led
    • Woman founded/led
    • Black founded/led
    • Latinx founded/led
    • Asian founded/led
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program

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