Payroll Assistant - New York, NY


Healthcare - NYC - New York, NY
New York, New York
Locations: New York, Brookhaven, Hempstead, Yonkers
Posted On: January 23, 2026
Last Day to Apply: February 06, 2026
Pay: $28.00 per hour

Job Title: Payroll Assistant
Location: New York, NY 10004
Duration: 14 Weeks (Contract)
Schedule: Monday – Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Pay Rate: Up to $28/hour

Position Overview

"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Assistant to support payroll processing and related accounting functions. The ideal candidate will have hands-on payroll experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple systems while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing.

Key Responsibilities

  • Process payroll for both hourly and salaried employees

  • Assist with entering, processing, and paying wage garnishments

  • Process property payroll transfer reports

  • Ensure accuracy of employee benefit deductions

  • Conduct payroll audits to maintain data integrity and compliance

  • Perform retroactive pay and time calculations as needed

  • Support leadership with payroll and accounting-related projects

  • Maintain accurate payroll records and documentation

  • Work efficiently across multiple payroll and accounting systems

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum of 1 year of payroll or related experience

  • High School Diploma or GED required

  • Strong analytical skills, particularly with retroactive pay calculations

  • Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

  • Ability to manage multiple systems and meet strict deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree

  • Experience with QuickBooks, PayChoice, or Payroll Associates

  • Prior accounting or payroll support experience

For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.

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