Payroll Administrator

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to support payroll operations for a contract assignment based in Dania Beach, Florida. This role is responsible for handling end-to-end payroll processing for a workforce of 101 to 500 employees, including union and 1099 payments, while maintaining accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with weekly payroll cycles, multi-state payroll administration, and payroll systems such as ADP and Bamboo.

Responsibilities:

• Manage complete payroll processing from initial data review through final distribution for a mid-sized employee population.
• Administer weekly payroll schedules with close attention to deadlines, earnings, tax withholdings, and benefit deductions.
• Process payroll for employees working across multiple states while applying applicable wage and tax requirements.
• Handle union payroll activity, including contract-based pay rules and required deductions.
• Prepare and process 1099 payments accurately and in accordance with reporting guidelines.
• Review payroll changes such as new hires, terminations, pay adjustments, and deduction updates to ensure accurate records.
• Maintain payroll data within ADP, Bamboo, and related systems to support accurate and efficient processing.
• Investigate payroll discrepancies, resolve employee pay issues, and document corrections as needed.
• At least 2 years of experience in payroll administration with direct responsibility for full-cycle processing.
• Proven ability to manage payroll for 101 to 500 employees in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience processing multi-state payroll with strong understanding of payroll compliance requirements.
• Working knowledge of union payroll practices and special payroll deduction handling.
• Experience administering 1099 payroll and weekly payroll cycles.
• Proficiency with payroll platforms such as ADP and HR systems such as Bamboo.
• Strong accuracy, organizational skills, and ability to handle confidential payroll information responsibly.