Payroll / Timekeeping Specialist - New York, NY

NavitasPartners•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Navitas Healthcare, LLC is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll / Timekeeping Specialist to join the Payroll team at a metropolitan healthcare/administrative facility. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate employee time and attendance tracking to support timely and compliant payroll processing. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical abilities, exceptional attention to detail, and the capability to manage multiple systems and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
1–2 years of experience in payroll and timekeeping
Experience with payroll processes including garnishments, taxes, and year-end activities
Strong analytical and calculation skills

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, Accounting, or related field
Experience with Oracle, PeopleSoft, or similar HR/payroll systems
Knowledge of union contracts and public sector payroll practices
Experience supporting large employee populations

Responsibilities

Review and process employee timesheets for accuracy and policy compliance
Monitor daily time entries, missed punches, and scheduling exceptions
Audit overtime, shift differentials, holiday pay, and premium pay eligibility
Ensure supervisor approvals are completed prior to payroll deadlines
Prepare and submit approved time records for payroll processing
Investigate and resolve timekeeping discrepancies and errors
Reconcile payroll adjustments related to timekeeping issues
Maintain accurate payroll documentation and records
Track employee leave including sick, vacation, comp time, FMLA, and other absences
Verify leave balances and ensure proper coding of leave types
Coordinate with HR and payroll teams regarding employee leave status
Update timekeeping systems based on employee status changes