Description We are looking for a dedicated Payroll Administrator to join our team in New York, New York. This role involves overseeing payroll operations for a restaurant group with multiple locations, ensuring accuracy and compliance while supporting employees. You will play a key role in managing payroll systems, benefits, and employee onboarding processes. Responsibilities: • Process payroll for approximately 275 employees, including hourly staff across five restaurants and salaried employees within a management corporation. • Utilize ADP Workforce Now to manage payroll functions, administer benefits, and onboard new hires. • Maintain accurate employee records and input data into Excel spreadsheets, leveraging intermediate Excel skills to organize and analyze information. • Ensure payroll compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. • Collaborate with management to address payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies. • Facilitate employee benefits administration, including medical, dental, vision plans, and 401(k) contributions. • Generate and review payroll reports to ensure accuracy and completeness. • Support timekeeping and attendance tracking using systems such as Kronos. • Assist with sick leave tracking and employee dining program discounts. • Provide strong attention to detail and ensure confidentiality in handling sensitive payroll information. Requirements • Minimum of 2 years of payroll experience, preferably within the restaurant or hospitality industry. • Bachelor's degree required. • Proficiency in payroll software such as ADP Workforce Now, Ceridian, and Kronos. • Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including formulas and data manipulation. • Strong technical aptitude and ability to adapt to new systems. • Demonstrated ability to maintain stability and consistency in previous roles. • Familiarity with benefits administration and compliance regulations. • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. 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) .