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Ensure the accurate rollover of leave balances and allotments for the new calendar year.\nRun and review the vacation pick-list report for bus agreement employees. \nProvide support with payroll, tax, and audit research, and respond promptly to escalated issues.\nPrepare standard and ad-hoc reports, as well as requested analytics related to payroll activities for intern and external customers.\nEnsure the confidentiality of all demographics and payroll data. Securely maintain employee files on NJT premises and archive historical records to an off-site retention facility in a timely manner. \nEnsure the accuracy of digital employee records and provide necessary training to agreement and non-agreement staff on digital records management, including creation, updates, and review.\nMonitor assigned staff to ensure they have the required business and technical skills, coverage for critical payroll functions, and quality performance. 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