Island Tech Services ยท 1 day ago
Payroll & HR Specialist
Ronkonkoma, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$65K/yr - $90K/yr
2+ years expIsland Tech Services is a company that serves multi-state locations with approximately 100 full-time employees. They are seeking a Payroll & HR Specialist responsible for accurate payroll processing, maintaining employee records, and supporting various HR functions while ensuring compliance with employment laws.
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Responsibilities
Process multi-state payroll for all employees
Validate timesheets, hours worked, PTO, overtime, and pay adjustments
Calculate and reconcile payroll deductions, garnishments, bonuses, and commissions
Ensure compliance with federal and state wage and hour laws
Maintain payroll records, reports, and year-end tasks including W-2 and 1095 processing
Partner with Finance to support month-end close, payroll journal entries, and audits
Coordinate with vendors, iSolve, mp-hr
Maintain accurate employee files, onboarding records, and HRIS data
Coordinate onboarding and offboarding, including new-hire setup, orientations, and exit processing
Administer benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, and FSA/HSA plans
Process enrollments, terminations, changes, and assist with open enrollment preparation
Support employee relations by answering questions related to pay, benefits, policies, and HR procedures
Assist with performance review cycles, training initiatives, and compliance documentation
Monitor and track leaves of absence (FMLA, disability, state leaves)
Ensure HR and payroll practices follow federal, state, and local regulations
Maintain I-9 documentation and perform periodic audits
Prepare reports for auditors, management, and regulatory agencies
Support implementation of new HR policies, processes, and system improvements
Participate in HR projects, policy updates, and process improvements
Support employee engagement programs and HR communications
Assist with performance review cycles and documentation
Track probationary periods, goals, and employee development plans
Coordinate training sessions, track participation, and support employee development initiatives
Maintain training records and compliance certifications
Qualification
Required
2-5 years of experience in payroll processing and/or HR administration
Strong understanding of wage/hour laws, payroll taxes, and benefits compliance
Experience with HRIS and payroll systems (iSolve, mp-hr)
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data entry accuracy
Excellent communication, confidentiality, and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in HR, Accounting, Business, or related field
Benefits
Health
Vision
Dental
FSA/DCRA/HAS
Company paid Life insurance
401k
Company
Island Tech Services
ITS delivers advanced technology, mobility, and vehicle solutions to business professionals, first responders, and public-sector employees.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase