Payroll Jobs in Wayne, 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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CUNY Office Assistant, Level 1 (Provisional) - Payroll and Time & Leave - Office of Human Resources CUNY Graduate Center

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

Review and process payroll documents, such as hourly timesheets sheets and leave requests, to ensure accuracy and timely updates....

Payroll Manager

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

Utilize UKG/Ultipro software to process payroll accurately and efficiently. Handle high-volume payroll operations, including bi-weekly and monthly payroll cycles....

Global Payroll Manager

  • Jersey City, NJ (17 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (17 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

Ideal Candidate Profile: 10+ years of in-house payroll experience, including multi-state and international payroll. 5+ years in a management or leadership role within payroll operations....

Payroll Specialist, UK Finance & Accounting Core Operations

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago

About The Role The UK Senior Payroll Specialist is a support role within the EMEA payroll team that reports to the UK Payroll Manager....

Senior Compensation Specialist - Fixed Term

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago

Neuberger Berman is seeking a Senior Compensation Specialist on a fixed term basis to join the Global Compensation & Analytics team in Human Capital Management through February 2026. This...

Payroll Specialist

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago

weekly payroll and bi-weekly payroll....

Senior Sales Compensation Analyst

  • Wayne, NJ
  • 16 hours ago
  • Wayne, NJ
  • 16 hours ago

Job Responsibilities and Essential Duties Administer and maintain the sales compensation system, including configuration, data integration, payroll reconciliation, and statement generation....

Payroll Administrator

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago

such as garnishments, input payments/adjustments into results) What you'll need: 0-2+ years of experience in a fast-paced environment; prior payroll experience preferred College Degree or formal training...

Senior Manager, Payroll

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago

A SNAPSHOT OF YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES Lead, direct, and coordinate all activities of a Payroll Shared Services team responsible for non-union payroll operations, ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing...

CUNY Office Assistant, Level 1 (Provisional) - Payroll and Time & Leave - Office of Human Resources

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Review and process payroll documents, such as hourly timesheets sheets and leave requests, to ensure accuracy and timely updates....

Payroll Administrator

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

on the Deel global payroll platform....

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Analyst, Payroll

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Wage garnishment support, processing, and validation Supports Union population across the US which includes processing and validation of union invoicing. Other administrative duties as assigned....

Senior Payroll Manager - Hybrid

  • Morris Plains, NJ (14 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Morris Plains, NJ (14 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Supports the activities of outsourced payroll, payroll accounting, disbursements, garnishments and payroll tax for 65,000 + U.S. employees paid across 50 payroll entities....

Global Payroll Manager

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

, and compliance requirements for each jurisdiction Collaborate with external payroll service providers, Finance, and HR teams for smooth payroll delivery Manage payroll data integrity and employee...

Group Product Manager, Payroll & Tax

  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (18 miles from Wayne, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

We build and scale systems that process billions of dollars of payroll and taxes everyday, and translate that complexity into simple, intuitive experiences that are easy for users to navigate....

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Payroll Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Payroll
Please note that this course is based on South African taxHave very little knowledge on how to even beginThis course is designed for accountants, bookkeepers, business owners, admin staff, HR...
Payroll Management
This Payroll course is all about payroll management, how to calculate the payroll and general overall understanding about what payroll is and the legal requirements in place, the forms, the...
Payroll Calculations
****Please note that this course is based on South African Tax****Much of the payroll process begins with calculating gross salary - whether hourly, weekly, fortnightly or monthly - and then...

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Salary for Payroll Jobs in Wayne, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Payrolls in Wayne, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.7%
Master's Degree
17.4%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
High School or GED
12.4%
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 Wayne, 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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