Location: New York,NY, USA
Position Overview:
The Payroll Specialist performs duties necessary for the accurate calculation of wages, maintenance of records and distribution of payroll reports and withheld monies.
Key Responsibilities:
* Acts as a subject matter expert in the area of payroll processing.
* Reviews, analyzes and verifies payroll reports and documents for accuracy.
* Analyzes and responds to complex matters requiring comprehensive knowledge of payroll policies and procedures.
* Reviews a variety of local, state and federal, quarterly and year end filings; making any necessary quarterly corrections or adjustments as needed.
* Collaborate with HR, HRIS Analyst and Payroll Accountant for any data, data integration or tax issues.
* Initiates payroll processing quality assurance reviews, identifies training issues and/or problem prone processes to ensure optimal efficiency and error-free operations.
* Ensures the timely process of payrolls according to weekly and biweekly payroll schedules, along with submittal of payroll funding requests.
* Perform special projects or duties as assigned by department leadership.
Qualifications:
* Minimum of 5 years of experience in payroll processing experience, OR any equivalent combination of experience and or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on attention to detail.
* Strong knowledge of applicable state and federal payroll and related tax regulations, legislation and guidelines including, but not limited to writs of garnishment, child support, levies, non-resident employees.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
* Proficiency in Payroll and Time and Labor applications, preferably UKG.
* Proficiency in Excel required.
* Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload effectively.
* Ability to learn new systems and custom technology solutions.
The salary for this position is $75,000 annually.