Description We are offering a permanent employment opportunity in the Higher Education industry, based in New York, for the role of a Payroll Administrator. As a Payroll Administrator, you will be responsible for handling payroll processing for a significant number of employees, ensuring compliance with multiple states, and utilizing various accounting software systems. Responsibilities: • Oversee the bi-weekly payroll processing activities for a large workforce. • Manage compliance requirements for payroll across multiple states. • Utilize and manage accounting software systems for efficient payroll processing. • Operate ADP Workforce Now for various financial services related to payroll. • Oversee benefit functions related to payroll processing. • Ensure the use of ADP - Financial Services for optimal payroll management. • Maintain and update all payroll records with high accuracy and attention to detail. Requirements • Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems is essential. • Experience with ADP - Financial Services is required. • Knowledge of ADP Workforce Now is a must. • Understanding of Benefit Functions is necessary. • Familiarity with Multi-state Payroll is needed. • Ability to Process Bi-weekly Payroll is crucial. • Compliance knowledge is mandatory. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .