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Payroll Specialist: 26-00230

Tarrytown, NY 10591

Posted: 04/07/2026 Job Category: Finance, Accounting, Auditing, Compliance Job Number: 26-00230 Country: US

Job Description

Primary Skills: Payroll Processing-Expert, Accounting-Basic, Excel-Intermediate, Compliance-Knowledgeable, Data Entry-Advanced
Contract Type: W2
Duration: 4 Months
Location: Tarrytown, NY - 10591 (Onsite) 
Pay Range: $25 - $30 per hour

Job Summary: 
We are seeking a highly motivated Payroll Specialist to join our dynamic team, responsible for ensuring accurate processing and recording of the company’s payroll, providing timely and accurate financial information. This role will involve coordination with HR and accounting departments to verify employment data, handling adjustments to salaries and wages, and preparing reports for management review. The ideal candidate must be detail-oriented, good with numbers, and able to handle sensitive information confidentially.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Process payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.
  • Ensure payroll operations are compliant with federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Address and resolve payroll discrepancies and inquiries.
  • Prepare and submit detailed reports regarding payroll operations and activities.
  • Maintain accurate payroll records and employee files, including manual checks or adjustments.

Must-Have Skills:

  • Proficient in payroll software
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent attention to detail

Industry Experience:

  • Prior experience in payroll processing or in a similar role is preferred
ABOUT AKRAYA
Akraya is an award-winning IT staffing firm consistently recognized for our commitment to excellence and a thriving work environment. Most recently, we were recognized Inc's Best Workplaces 2024 and Silicon Valley's Best Places to Work by the San Francisco Business Journal (2024) and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work (2023 & 2022)!
 
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