Crawford Thomas Recruiting Is Hiring A Bilingual Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

Join our team as a Payroll Specialist and play a vital role in ensuring accurate payroll processing and supporting HR and Finance functions. This position offers a dynamic opportunity to grow your expertise within a leading organization in the hospitality industry.

📍 Location & Compensation

• Location: Peekskill, NY (On-Site) 🏢
• Salary: $60,000 - $75,000/year (flexible based on experience) 💵

About Us

Our client is a leading provider of fine linen rentals serving restaurants, catering venues, hotels, event planners, and conference centers across the hospitality industry.

Position Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented, bilingual (English/Spanish) Payroll Specialist to join our client at their Peekskill, NY office. The role focuses on full-cycle payroll processing with additional support for HR and Finance functions. The ideal candidate will have experience with payroll and timekeeping platforms such as Paychex and/or Kronos, and will have opportunities to develop into more senior HR Business Partner responsibilities over time.

🔑 Key Responsibilities

• 📝 Process weekly payroll accurately and on time for all employees
• 📁 Manage and maintain payroll records and electronic employee files
• ⏰ Ensure time and attendance data from Kronos (or similar systems) is integrated properly for payroll runs
• 📊 Prepare payroll reports and assist with reconciliations
• 🤝 Support the HR Manager with HR operational functions as needed
• 🗓️ Aid in month-end and year-end financial close procedures
• 🖥️ Assist with routine accounting and administrative tasks
• 🔎 Respond to payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies
• 🤫 Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee information
• 🔄 Help continuously improve payroll and HR processes

🎯 Qualifications

• Required: Bilingual (English & Spanish)
• Preferred: Experience with Paychex and/or Kronos
• Minimum: 1+ years payroll processing experience (HR support experience a plus)
• Familiarity with timekeeping systems and payroll platforms
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both languages
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently and collaboratively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite