Payroll Specialist – Great River, NY (Contract-to-Perm)

Cordia Resources by Cherry Bekaert is recruiting for a Payroll Specialist to join a leading organization in the defense and advanced technology sector. This is a 6-month contract-to-permanent role offering an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional.

Title: Payroll Specialist
Location: On-Site / Hybrid - Great River, NY
Conversion Salary: $65,000-$80,000
Job Type: Contract to Hire (6 months then potential for permanent hire)

About the Role

You will be responsible for end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery. This position requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage sensitive information in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Process payroll, including balancing and reconciling all payroll figures.
• Verify payroll exceptions (overtime, PTO, sick time, vacation).
• Prepare and balance year-end incentive and W-2 data.
• Manage direct deposit payroll data and release to bank.
• Handle garnishments and issue checks to appropriate agencies.
• Prepare employment verifications and respond to payroll inquiries.
• Create journal entries and analyze payroll liability and cash accounts monthly.
• Maintain confidentiality and meet strict deadlines.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of payroll experience.
• Strong knowledge of payroll procedures and compliance.
• Proficiency with Costpoint and computerized payroll systems.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal wage laws.

 

IND123