Hire the Best Payroll Specialists in New York

Are your books taking more time to manage than your business takes to run? When your finances are disorganized, it doesn't just slow operations - it hides profit, creates uncertainty, and turns tax season into unnecessary stress. I help business owners get full clarity, control, and confidence in their numbers so they can make better decisions and scale with confidence. I’m a Certified Bookkeeper, Accountant, and U.S. Payroll Specialist. I take full ownership of your finances so you can focus on growing your business without distractions. This is more than bookkeeping. I make sure you actually understand your numbers and what they mean for your business. ⋆✴︎˚｡⋆ 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗴𝗲𝘁: ➜ Clean, accurate, and fully compliant books ➜ Clear financial reports explained in simple terms ➜ Stronger visibility into cash flow and profitability ➜ Stress-free, fully prepared tax season ⋆✴︎˚｡⋆ 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗜 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸: ➜ We start with a conversation to understand your business and goals ➜ I review your books to identify errors, gaps, and risks ➜ I clean up and organize everything properly from the ground up ➜ I manage your books monthly and keep you ahead with clear insights ⋆✴︎˚｡⋆ 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀: ᯓ★ 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 & 𝗖𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗽 ✮ Monthly bookkeeping and catch-up work ✮ Cleanup of messy, incomplete, or inaccurate books ✮ AR, AP, and full bank & credit card reconciliations ✮ Chart of accounts setup and optimization ᯓ★ 𝗨.𝗦. 𝗣𝗮𝘆𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗹 ✮ Payroll processing and setup ✮ W-2s, 1099s, and compliance ✮ Reporting and year-end support ᯓ★ 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 ✮ Profit & loss, balance sheet, and cash flow statements ✮ Monthly or quarterly financial reviews ✮ Budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking ⋆✴︎˚｡⋆ 𝗧𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀: QuickBooks Online, Xero, Wave, Gusto, ADP, Excel, Google Sheets, Zoho Books, FreshBooks, Sage ⋆✴︎˚｡⋆ 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗺𝗲: ➜ Clear, proactive communication, you don’t have to chase ➜ Detail-focused work that prevents issues before they happen ➜ Reliable support whenever you need financial clarity ➜ I don’t just fix problems, I help you avoid them entirely ⤷ If your books are behind, messy, or not giving you clear answers, I can fix that .ᐟ ⤷ Send me a message and let’s get your finances working for you, not against you .ᐟ

I’m a Chartered Accountant with over 10 years of experience helping businesses maintain accurate financial records, stay compliant with tax laws, and manage payroll efficiently. Services I provide: 📊 Accounting, Bookkeeping & Financial Planning Manage daily transactions, maintain clean books, and prepare financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) using QuickBooks, Xero, Excel, Wave, and Oracle. I also specialize in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to help businesses plan effectively, monitor performance, and make data-driven decisions. 🧾 Tax Preparation Prepare year-end financials for tax filing, organize tax documents, and ensure compliance with local and international tax requirements. 👥 Payroll Set up and run payroll systems, process employee payments, and handle payroll tax reporting and compliance. If you’re looking for reliable financial support, let’s connect.

I’m a senior payroll and benefits professional with over 25 years of real, hands-on experience helping businesses run payroll accurately, stay compliant, and avoid unnecessary stress. Most of my clients are using platforms like ADP, Gusto, Paychex, QuickBooks Payroll, or Workday. Sometimes everything is running smoothly and they just need an experienced extra set of eyes. Other times there are compliance gaps, setup issues, or old problems that need to be cleaned up. Either way, I step in, figure out what’s going on, and help get things back on track. Payroll can feel overwhelming especially when you’re juggling multiple states, tax notices, or benefits questions. I’ve been doing this a long time, and I take a calm, practical, and straightforward approach. No jargon, no runaround, and no disappearing after the first call. What I Help With: 1. Running and supporting multi-state payroll 2. Working inside ADP, Gusto, Paychex, QuickBooks , Workday and other platforms. 3. Payroll tax filings, reconciliations, and corrections 4. Benefits administration and vendor coordination 5. Payroll clean-ups, audits, and process improvements 6. IRS and state agency notice resolution In addition to consulting, I also run a small, boutique payroll services firm, so payroll isn’t something I just advise on it’s what I do every day. That real-world experience helps me move quickly, spot issues early, and offer solutions that actually work. Clients tell me they appreciate that I: Communicate clearly and respond quickly, Work independently without needing a lot of direction, Treat their payroll like it’s my own and keeping things organized, compliant, and predictable. If you’re using one of the major payroll systems or any but want experienced support you can actually talk to, I’d love to connect and see how I can help. My rate is negotiable and open to discussion.

I'm a payroll and tax professional. I have my FCP through payroll org. I am a member of NATP and Payroll Org. I maintain an active PTIN. I can assist in various payroll/onboarding/tax projects. I have experience with multiple vendors. Paylocity is my favorite, but I can catch on to a new software quickly.

Former business owner. Highly organized and results-driven executive support for business owners, entrepreneurs, small business owners, or high-level executives. I have direct and extensive experience in management, client coordination, wellness coaching, and administrative support. With a background in business operations, contract management, customer service, and digital marketing, I help businesses streamline workflows, improve efficiency, and maintain strong client relationships. Skilled in project management, email and calendar organization, social media engagement, and financial record-keeping. After working directly for business owners and a former brick and mortar owner myself, I’ve come to Upwork to expand my reach and skills. Key Skills Business & Client Management Payroll for 20 employees and under Bookkeeping tailored to small businesses/entrepreneurs Email & Calendar Organization Customer Service & Client Relations Social Media Scheduling & Engagement Project & Workflow Coordination Contract & Legal Document Review Bookkeeping & Financial Management Health & Mindset Coach NLP & Executive Functioning Certifications

Hi, I’m Evan—a U.S. Navy veteran and bookkeeping professional currently earning my MBA, with years of experience supporting small business owners across the U.S. I specialize in QuickBooks Online and provide flat-rate, outsourced bookkeeping and payroll services that help businesses stay organized, compliant, and ready to grow. My core services include: • Monthly bookkeeping & reconciliations • QuickBooks Online setup & cleanup • Payroll processing (W-2 & 1099) • Financial reporting & expense tracking • 1099 contractor management I’ve helped clients reduce software costs, clean up messy books, and gain clarity into their finances—all without the overhead of hiring full-time staff. If you’re looking for a reliable, detail-oriented partner to manage your back office so you can focus on scaling your business, let’s connect.