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Payroll Specialist

Robert Half
South Amboy, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 1/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/5/2028

Are you detail-oriented with a strong background in payroll and accounting? This is your chance to join a dynamic organization where precision and efficiency are key.

 

Our client in the Sayreville area is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to manage essential payroll and financial tasks for their team.

This role is fully in office, Monday-Friday with standard business hours.

Responsibilities include:

  • Weekly Payroll Taxes: Oversee and ensure timely and accurate filing of payroll taxes
  • Quarterly Reporting: Prepare and submit quarterly financial reports in compliance with company standards and regulations
  • Bank Reconciliations: Reconcile bank statements to maintain accurate records and resolve discrepancies

Qualifications:

  • 3 yrs of payroll processing experience
  • Previous experience in payroll processing and tax compliance.
  • Knowledge of accounting software and tools.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.



Are you detail-oriented with a strong background in payroll and accounting? This is your chance to join a dynamic organization where precision and efficiency are key.

 

Our client in the Sayreville area is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to manage essential payroll and financial tasks for their team.

This role is fully in office, Monday-Friday with standard business hours.

Responsibilities include:

  • Weekly Payroll Taxes: Oversee and ensure timely and accurate filing of payroll taxes
  • Quarterly Reporting: Prepare and submit quarterly financial reports in compliance with company standards and regulations
  • Bank Reconciliations: Reconcile bank statements to maintain accurate records and resolve discrepancies

Qualifications:

  • 3 yrs of payroll processing experience
  • Previous experience in payroll processing and tax compliance.
  • Knowledge of accounting software and tools.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities.



Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.



Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.



All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.



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