Payroll Administrator
Sunrise Systems Inc
Edison, NJ
Location: Edison, NJ 08837
Duration: Full Time employment
Hybrid Schedule
About the Company
Sunrise Systems] is a leading staffing, systems integration, and consulting firm based in Edison, NJ. For 30+ years we’ve partnered directly with Fortune 500 clients and industry leaders, building long-term, trusted relationships.
Position Summary
We’re seeking an organized, detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to own end-to-end, bi-weekly multi-state payroll and benefits administration for a diverse employee population. Prior experience in an MSP environment and a staffing company is a definite plus.
What you’ll do:
- Take charge of full-cycle, bi-weekly multi-state payroll setup and processing (non-exempt/exempt, W-2/1099 as applicable).
- Review and reconcile time and attendance for accuracy and completeness.
- Ensure compliance with state and local laws (sick time, overtime, bereavement, FMLA, unemployment, garnishments/child support).
- Serve as the go-to contact for employees on pay, deductions, and withholdings.
- Administer 401(k) plans (enrollments, changes, loans, audits).
- Manage health, dental, and vision enrollments/terminations in carrier portals, including COBRA.
- Onboard/offboard employees in the external payroll system and maintain employee master data.
- Support audits and compliance (internal, external, and client/MSP) with accurate documentation and reporting.
- Be part of a close-knit team that values accuracy and trust in every paycheck.
What you’ll bring:
- 5+ years hands-on payroll experience with Paychex or similar platforms.
- Advanced Excel, and solid Word/Outlook skills.
- Precision in data entry and recordkeeping; highly organized with strong attention to detail.
- Clear, professional communication with employees and external partners.
- Ability to prioritize, multitask, and work independently under deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Accounting (or equivalent experience).
- Bonus: Prior MSP/staffing payroll experience.
Work setup, pay and benefits
- Hybrid role based in Edison, NJ.
- Pay Range: $50,000 – $65,000 annually, commensurate with skills and experience. The company may offer compensation above this range based on qualifications.
- Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance and paid holidays
- Friendly, collaborative team environment.
Compensation:
The annual starting salary for this position is between $50,000.00 – $65,000.00 annually.
Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include [geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate].
Benefits:
Sunrise offers ACA compliant medical coverage/dental insurance/vision insurance to all employees. We also offer Sick time benefits as required per State regulations.
Contact:
Madhu Sudhan J: madhu.s@sunrisesys.com | 732-272-0289 | URL: www.sunrisesys.com
About the Company
Sunrise Systems Inc
Sunrise Systems was founded in 1990 with a clear vision to deliver world-class staffing service solutions in all labor categories, including IT consulting and solutions; all with the commitment to provide service that exceeds expectations and become the most trusted name in the industry. More than two and a half decades later, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of the staffing industry. Combining our deep industry expertise, insights, and global resources, we have partnered with our clients to connect them with top professionals across several different industries.
We provide cost-effective Managed Staffing Solutions, Information Technology and Information Technology Consulting Services to several Fortune 500 companies and U.S. Government agencies. We provide our clients with flexible engagement models and customized products that are budget and time specific. Understanding the challenges that every business faces, we offer our services either on-site at the clients' site or from one of our globally distributed technology centers. Our onshore and offshore development capabilities ensure that we excel at meeting customer requirements every single time.
Our collective business experience spans over two and a half decades and ranges from:
- Business, management, and technical fields
- Information technology consulting and software solutions.
- Providing strategic support for the development and long-term growth of new business ventures across several industries including but not limited to; accounting, banking, finance, and recruitment.
- Motivating technology staff and establishing partnerships with Fortune 500 companies
Sunrise Systems has a vast range of competence in:
- Design, development, and support of cloud-based solutions from simple to highly complexed
- Database administration of multi-platform applications, complex databases, and web-based environments that include all aspects of installation, planning, maintenance, and monitoring.
- Data processing and data migration
- Application re-engineering and platform migration
- Working with the Information Systems and end-user communities at all levels to resolve issues and establish consensus.