We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for a luxury retail organization in New York, New York. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environme…
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Payroll Specialist jobs in New York, NY
Payroll specialists make sure people are paid correctly and on time. They process pay runs, handle deductions, and keep payroll compliant with federal, state, and local requirements.
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$28–$57/hr
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$84k
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DescriptionPosition at New York City TransitJOB INFORMATION:Title: Computer Specialist I (Software)Authority: OADepartment: NYCTDivision/Unit: Electronics Maintenance (EMD)Location: Woodside, QueensHours:7:00 AM - 3:00 P…
DescriptionSenior Comparative Medicine Specialist is able to perform all animal husbandry duties from Trainee to Comparative Medicine Specialist. CM Specialist serves as floor lead by acting as liaison between assistant…
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PAYROLL SPECIALIST Location: Midtown Manhattan, NY 10018 | Fully In-Office Only Salary: $70,000–$80,000/year, depending on experience Schedule: Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM ET Type: Full-Time Key Requirements: 4+ year…
About the Role & Team The Payroll Operations Specialist supports the compliance infrastructure that keeps our customers’ payroll operations running smoothly. You’ll own operational workflows across state registrations, e…
We are looking for an E-Commerce Specialist to support online retail operations and strengthen marketplace performance across key digital channels. This Long-term Contract position is based in New York, New York, and foc…
Jenny Bour with Robert Half is looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to support the financial operations of a busy organization in... ....Compile gratuity information on a weekly basis to support payroll processi…
$28 - $33 per hour
as Timekeeper. You will be responsible for maintaining accurate employee time and attendance records to support timely and accurate payroll processing. This is an important role on the payroll team as Timekeepers ensure…
Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY ), a tax-exempt organization affiliated with NYC Health + Hospitals , is adding a Senior Payroll Specialist to the Payroll Department. PAGNY is one of the largest physician groups in Ne…
$120k - $155k
A multi-strategy, multi-manager hedge fund is currently seeking a US Payroll Associate to join its New York office. The firm’s finance team is seeking a US Payroll Associate to own and manage payroll operations for our U…
Payroll Specialist – To $65K – New York, NY – Job # 3604b Who We Are The Symicor Group is a boutique talent acquisition firm based in Schaumburg, IL & Rockport, TX. Our nationally unique value proposition centers around…
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What payroll specialists earn in New York
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $28–$37 | $59k–$77k |
| Mid level | $35–$46 | $73k–$95k |
| Senior | $44–$57 | $92k–$119k |
Adjusted for the New York market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Payroll processingADP, Paychex, or WorkdayMulti-state payroll taxWage and hour complianceGarnishments and deductionsBenefits administration basicsExcelDiscretion and confidentialityAccuracy under deadlines
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
Walk me through a full payroll cycle you have run.
Cover collecting time data, validating changes, processing, review, and post-run reporting. Emphasize your checks before anything is finalized.
How do you handle a payroll error after employees have been paid?
Show urgency and correctness: quantify the error, follow the legal rules for corrections, communicate honestly with those affected, and fix the root cause.
What experience do you have with multi-state payroll?
Name the states and the wrinkles you managed, such as local taxes, differing overtime rules, or remote-worker registrations.
How do you process garnishments and other involuntary deductions?
Show you know the order of priority, response deadlines, and the documentation trail, and that you treat these with strict confidentiality.
Which payroll systems have you used, and have you been through a conversion?
Name the platforms and your depth in each. Conversion or implementation experience is a strong differentiator worth detailing.
How do you keep payroll data confidential?
Mention access controls, clean-desk habits, and declining to discuss compensation outside proper channels, even under social pressure.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For payroll specialists specifically — generic advice costs you here
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State the payroll size you ran: employee count, pay frequencies, and number of states or entities.
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Quantify accuracy, such as error rates or consecutive on-time pay runs, since that is the core promise of the role.
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Name your platforms exactly — ADP Workforce Now, Paychex Flex, Workday, Gusto — as job posts filter on them.
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Include compliance wins, like clean payroll tax filings, resolved agency notices, or year-end W-2 cycles delivered without corrections.
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List certifications such as FPC or CPP; they carry real weight in payroll hiring.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Payroll Clerk
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Payroll Specialist
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Senior Payroll Specialist
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Payroll Manager
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