Payroll Jobs in Trenton, NJ

A Payroll professional in the accounting industry manages the process of paying an organization's employees. They ensure the accurate processing and recording of the company's payroll, provide timely and accurate financial information, and participate in data entry and processing for the company's payroll. This includes ensuring that all calculations are accurate, that all necessary deductions have been made, and that employees are paid on time. Payroll professionals also ensure that the organization is in compliance with all tax laws, labor laws, and any other applicable regulations.

Important skills for a Payroll professional include attention to detail, understanding of accounting principles, proficiency with payroll software, and knowledge of tax and labor laws. They should also have strong communication skills and the ability to manage time effectively. Payroll professionals may also need certifications like the Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or the Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) which are offered by the American Payroll Association. Before becoming a payroll professional, a person might have roles such as a Payroll Clerk, Accountant, or Human Resources Assistant which would give them the necessary skills and experience.

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Senior Manager, Payroll - Broker/COI

  • Mount Laurel, NJ (20 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ (20 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

** + Payroll experience/expertise is **_highly_** **preferred** + MBA or advanced degree + Certifications: Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) + Superior...

Compensation Specialist

  • Flemington, NJ (21 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Flemington, NJ (21 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Preferred: Experience with UKG HR/Payroll/Workforce Management and/or Timekeeping systems. Experience with Payscale or other compensation management programs....

Payroll Administrator Business Office, Yardley PA Now Hiring

  • Morrisville, PA (3 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Morrisville, PA (3 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

preferred Strong understanding of payroll laws, deductions, and garnishments Key Responsibilities: Accurately and promptly process payroll for assigned employee groups Import employee time data into...

Payroll Specialist, Confidential Permanent Support Staff

  • Newtown, PA (11 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Newtown, PA (11 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Coordinates activities of workers engaged in recording hours of work, processing time records, compiling payroll statistics, maintaining payroll control records, and calculating payrolls by performing...

Senior Sales Compensation Analyst/ CaptivateIQ Specialist

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 5 days ago

With Confluent, organizations can harness the full power of continuously flowing data to innovate and win in the modern digital world. We have a purpose that drives us to do better every day we're...

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Payroll Administrator

  • Yardley, PA (3 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Yardley, PA (3 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

preferred Strong understanding of payroll laws, deductions, and garnishments Key Responsibilities: Accurately and promptly process payroll for assigned employee groups Import employee time data into...

Payroll Clerk

  • Bensalem, PA (13 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bensalem, PA (13 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Invite a friend Job Description Assist in the compilation and processing of the bi-weekly payroll. Maintain payroll and benefits records as assigned....

Business Support Specialist Payroll Department

  • Plainsboro, NJ (11 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Plainsboro, NJ (11 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Be part of a team that ensures the integrity of payroll processes across multiple states. Whats a typical day as a Business Support Specialist Payroll Department?...

Accounting Specialist, Payroll

  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Preferred Qualifications Five years of experience in payroll. Knowledge of and experience with in-house payroll and accounting systems....

Accounting Specialist, Payroll Rutgers University

  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Position Summary: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking an Accounting Specialist, Payroll for the University Finance and Administration Payroll Services department....

Business Support Specialist - Payroll Department in NJ

  • Plainsboro, NJ (11 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Plainsboro, NJ (11 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Be part of a team that ensures the integrity of payroll processes across multiple states. What's a typical day as a Business Support Specialist - Payroll Department?...

Director of Payroll Services

  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Key Responsibilities: Oversee the design, configuration, maintenance, and optimization of all payroll system components, with a focus on PeopleSoft 9.0 HRMS/Payroll....

Payroll Specialist- Bilingual (Cherry Hill)

  • Cherry Hill, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Enter and maintain employee related information in the payroll system, including, but not limited to personnel changes, wage adjustments, garnishments, child support and liens, tax withholding changes...

US E-Consultative Services-Oracle Cloud Compensation Specialist Master-HC/HRS&T

  • Princeton, NJ (11 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (11 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

Oracle HCM Cloud Specialist Master: Compensation Module What drives you? Is it complex, challenging, possibly global projects? Is it the satisfaction of solving problems and eliminating pain...

US E-Consultative Services-Oracle Cloud Compensation Specialist Senior-HC/HRS&T

  • Princeton, NJ (11 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (11 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 15 days ago

Oracle HCM Cloud Specialist Senior: Compensation Module What drives you? Is it complex, challenging, possibly global projects? Is it the satisfaction of solving problems and eliminating pain...

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Salary for Payroll Jobs in Trenton, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Payrolls in Trenton, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.8%
Master's Degree
17.4%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
High School or GED
12.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.8%
Some College
2.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Payrolls in Trenton, NJ
4-6 years
37.5%
2-4 years
33.3%
6-8 years
20.8%
1-2 years
4.2%
10+ years
4.2%


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