Payroll Assistant (Timekeeping & Payroll Support) - 26-02743

NavitasPartners • New York, NY

19h • $28 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Assistant to support payroll processing and timekeeping functions. This role is critical in ensuring accurate employee time records, payroll compliance, and timely payroll processing in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum 1–2 years of payroll or timekeeping experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience with payroll systems (e.g., Oracle, PeopleSoft, QuickBooks)
• Knowledge of payroll processes including garnishments and taxes
• Experience supporting large employee populations

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for hourly and salaried employees
• Assist with wage garnishments and payroll adjustments
• Ensure accuracy of benefits deductions
• Prepare payroll transfer reports and support audits
• Review and process employee timesheets for accuracy and compliance
• Monitor time entries, missed punches, and scheduling exceptions
• Audit overtime, holiday pay, and shift differentials
• Ensure timely supervisor approvals before payroll deadlines
• Investigate and resolve payroll and timekeeping discrepancies
• Reconcile payroll adjustments and maintain supporting documentation
• Track employee leave (sick, vacation, FMLA, etc.)
• Verify leave balances and apply appropriate codes
• Update timekeeping systems based on employee status

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees