Payroll Coordinator

Pay Range: $28.00 – $31.25 / hour (DOE) Location: Syracuse, NY (On-Site) Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Flexibility available)

Are you a payroll professional who loves the details and thrives in a fast-paced environment? We are looking for a Payroll Coordinator to join an established organization in Syracuse. This is a key role where you will ensure our team gets paid accurately and on time while staying on top of complex state and federal regulations.

If you are a detail-oriented problem solver looking for a stable, long-term opportunity, we want to hear from you.

Why You’ll Love This Role

Stability: Join a well-known local organization with a history of growth and a commitment to its employees.
Work-Life Balance: A consistent Monday through Friday schedule with some flexibility to accommodate your life outside of work.
Professional Environment: Work in an office where your expertise in payroll systems and labor laws is respected and relied upon.
Direct Impact: You are the go-to person for payroll questions, helping employees navigate their benefits, leave, and pay with confidence.

Your Daily Impact

Payroll Execution: Administer and process accurate biweekly payroll for multiple employee groups.
Data Integrity: Manage time approvals, data entry, auditing, and the processing of garnishments and benefit deductions.
Compliance Mastery: Ensure all processes align with labor laws, collective bargaining agreements, and internal controls.
Reporting & Analysis: Utilize reporting software to generate essential payroll reports for internal audits and external compliance.
Employee Support: Collaborate across departments to clarify payroll processes and resolve issues quickly and professionally.

What You Bring to the Table

Experience: At least 3 years of end-to-end payroll processing experience.
Education: A Bachelor’s degree is required.
Technical Skills: Proficiency with HRIS systems and common payroll tools (experience with Ellucian Colleague or Banner is a major plus!).
Regulatory Knowledge: A solid understanding of federal and state payroll tax regulations and compliance standards.
Soft Skills: Excellent organizational habits, strong communication skills, and the ability to handle sensitive data with total discretion.

Ready to Get Started?

Apply today to join a team that values precision and reliability.

To Apply: Submit your resume to cnyjobs@hiresapphire.com for immediate and confidential consideration!

Sapphire Recruitment is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

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