The New York office of a global law firm is seeking a Payroll Coordinator on their HR team. The Human Resources Payroll Coordinator supports the Payroll function by accurately maintaining data integrity within applicable Firm Systems, generating both standard and customized reports and serves as point of contact for questions related to processes and systems.
Responsibilities:
- Works closely with the Sr. Payroll Manager to ensure the timely processing of the Firm's payroll;
- Partners closely with the HR and IT teams to optimize current processes and systems and implement solutions;
- Conducts data entries into various systems and performs routine audits to ensure the integrity of all data entered;
- Generates and distributes routine and ad hoc reports;
- Responds to employees' questions and directs them to other team members, as appropriate;
- Collaborates effectively within cross-functional teams (Benefits, HRIS, and Recruiting) to ensure the integrity of all data entries within department systems;
- Assists with providing production support, including researching and resolving issues, unexpected results or process flaws, and recommends solutions or alternate methods, as needed;
- Performs system maintenance, including the review and testing of upgrades;
- Develops and documents system processes and user guidelines for managers' review;
- Troubleshoots, researches and resolves discrepancies and handles routine inquires from attorneys and staff at all levels;
- Assists the Payroll and Project Manager and HRIS Manager with special projects, as needed;
- Assists with Payroll orientation for all new hires;
- Maintains Payroll's electronic files; and
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Human Resources Management or related field;
- 2-4 years of professional experience in a Human Resources role, preferably in a professional services environment;
- Experience with PeopleSoft, ADP Vantage Payroll and Time/Attendance and viDesktop highly desired;
- Intermediate to advanced Excel knowledge;
- Excellent PC skills including a very good working knowledge of Word and PowerPoint;
- Must maintain a strict code of confidentiality;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Must rely on experience and judgment to efficiently plan and accomplish goals;
- Ability to juggle competing priorities, often under strict time constraints;
- Strong problem solving skills; and
- Ability to work overtime as needed.