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Payroll Specialist

PRESTIGE EMPLOYEE ADMINISTRATORS and Careers
Melville, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 3/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2026

Company Overview:
For 25 years, we have provided cost-effective employee benefits and HR services, transparent pricing, and personalized, quality service to every client. We go the extra mile to develop long-term relationships and build strong partnerships with each client we serve. We help our clients focus on running—and growing—their businesses. Bonded by shared goals, we are a data-driven and results-focused company committed to solving any HR issue, big or small.


Position Description:
Process payroll for multiple worksites and provide clients with a superior level of customer service in a high-volume environment.


Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Receive and Review Client Payroll Data
  • Enter/Update payroll data in system for multiple client companies
    • Process Payroll & Reports
    • Possess knowledge and stay current on Payroll Compliance
    • Liaise with Support personnel to ensure Payroll is shipped to clients timely
  • Customer Service
    • Assist Client Company Owners/Managers with any payroll related questions
    • Assist employees with questions/problems as it may relate to their pay
    • Must be knowledgeable and personable
  • Enter/Update employee data in payroll system
    • Employee information (i.e. names, addresses, job titles, etc)
    • Time Off Accruals (i.e. vacation pay, sick pay, personal pay, etc.)
    • Calculate Garnishments
    • Receive and Review Termination Reports
  • Enter/Update client data in payroll system
    • Enter Client Information including Workers Comp Codes and processes
    • Enter Client Time Off Accruals
    • Create Processing Schedules
    • Add/Update Departments and Divisions as needed

Qualifications:

  • At least 3 years prior work experience with: Payroll Service Company OR
  • Have processed payroll in a large company environment with 500 employees or more.
  • FPC is recommended or obtained
  • Strong computer skills however will train on our Payroll System
  • Strong oral and written communication skills in support of Customer Service
  • Applicant must have strong understanding of Payroll Regulations

This is a hybrid position, commuting to the Melville office 3 days per week.
This is not a remote position.
Salary range based on experience up to $75,000

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Salary : $75,000

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