Payroll Assistant / Timekeeper - New York, NY

Duration: 9 Weeks | 40 Hours/Week

Job Summary

"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Assistant / Timekeeper to ensure accurate timekeeping and payroll processing for a large workforce. This role supports timely payroll operations, compliance with policies and labor regulations, and maintains high data accuracy in a fast-paced environment.

• Review and process employee timesheets, ensuring accuracy and supervisor approvals
• Monitor time entries, missed punches, overtime, shift differentials, and exceptions
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and assist with corrections and adjustments
• Support payroll processing, including taxes, garnishments, and year-end activities
• Track employee leave (sick, vacation, FMLA, comp time) and update systems accordingly
• Coordinate with HR and departments on leave and attendance issues
• Maintain accurate payroll records and audit-ready documentation
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, labor agreements, and regulations

• 1–2 years of payroll or timekeeping experience
• Strong knowledge of payroll processes and timekeeping systems
• Experience handling discrepancies and payroll audits
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a high-volume environment
• Good communication and problem-solving skills

• Experience with Oracle or PeopleSoft payroll systems
• Familiarity with union/public sector payroll practices
• Exposure to large workforce payroll environments
• Knowledge of garnishments, tax processing, and year-end reporting

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Accounting, or related field preferred

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

We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.