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Payroll Specialist

Foster McKay
York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 10/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/9/2027

Our client, a global services company headquartered in New York City, is seeking a temporary Payroll Associate to support an internal project focused on reviewing and validating payroll records. This is a great opportunity to contribute to a high-impact initiative within a collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Review and validate payroll data to ensure accuracy, including proper taxation and employee information.
  • Run reports to support payroll processing and ad hoc data requests.
  • Assist with payroll-related audits and special projects.
  • Support the payroll team with additional tasks as needed.

Qualifications

  • 3 years of payroll experience in a multi-state environment (500 employees preferred).
  • Experience with Workday a plus.
  • Strong proficiency in Excel.
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.

Location: New York Metro Area – In Office 5 Days/Week

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30 - $35

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