Job Title: Payroll Assistant
Location: New York, NY
Assignment Duration: 9 Weeks
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Shift: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Pay Rate: $26–$32 per hour (based on experience)
"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Assistant to support payroll operations within a large healthcare environment in New York, NY. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a high level of accuracy, and experience working with multiple payroll and timekeeping systems.
Process payroll for hourly and salaried employees in a timely and accurate manner
Enter and manage wage garnishments and ensure proper payments
Process payroll transfer and adjustment reports
Verify and reconcile employee benefit deductions
Conduct payroll audits to ensure data accuracy and compliance
Support year-end payroll activities, including W-2 processing
Ensure compliance with all applicable payroll tax laws and regulations
Assist leadership with payroll and accounting-related projects as needed
Perform retroactive pay calculations and time adjustments accurately
Work efficiently across multiple payroll and timekeeping systems
Minimum of 1 year of payroll experience (2+ years strongly preferred)
High School Diploma or GED required (Bachelor’s Degree preferred)
Hands-on experience with payroll processing, timekeeping systems, garnishments, taxes, and year-end activities
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Experience with payroll systems such as QuickBooks, PayChoice, or Payroll Associates
Knowledge of W-2 processing and payroll tax compliance
Experience supporting or preparing income tax-related documentation
For more details contact at pmohanty@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-806-4227.
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.