Payroll/Executive Assistant at Borough Of Tenafly in Tenafly, NJ, USA

Responsibilities

• As Payroll/Confidential Executive Assistant, you’ll help keep the Borough’s bi-monthly payroll accurate, timely, and handled with care and discretion. You’ll prepare payroll in iSolved; process pension contributions (NJ PFRS, PERS, DCRP); manage health insurance, pre-tax, and deferred compensation deductions (including 457B transmittals); and complete longevity and other calculations required by Borough policy and collective bargaining agreements, as approved by the Borough Administrator. You’ll also support confidential payroll, budget, and related administrative work as assigned.
• You’ll start your morning onsite at Borough Hall, reviewing updates and priorities with the Borough Administrator and checking for timekeeping changes or employee questions that need a quick, respectful response. As payroll dates approach (the 15th and month-end), you’ll move through focused check-and-verify work, then document what’s been completed so the process stays clear and auditable. Between cycles, you’ll help keep confidential records organized, follow up on routine items, and support ongoing improvements as payroll automation expands in iSolved. You’ll wrap up the day with a tidy status log and a plan for what’s next, so the next payroll run feels steady and predictable.

Requirements

• - Payroll experience (municipal experience and iSolved are welcome, not required)
• - Familiarity with pensions/deductions (PFRS/PERS/DCRP, pre-tax, 457B) preferred
• - Strong Microsoft Office skills, communication, organization, and attention to detail
• - An associate’s or bachelor’s in accounting/finance (or similar) is a plus
• If you’re ready to contribute to reliable public service operations, we’d welcome your application.

Skills

Required

• Payroll experience
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Communication
• Organization
• Attention to detail

Preferred

• iSolved software application

Benefits

• - Competitive salary ($55,000–$65,000 annually)
• - Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• - 401(k)
• - Life insurance
• - Health Savings Account (HSA)
• - Paid Time Off
• - Snack/Drink Room