PAYROLL SPECIALIST

$55,000 - $65,000/Yr

California Job Shop - New York, NY

Full-time

New York, NY

About the position

This position will assist with various HR and Payroll tasks as assigned by the Payroll Manager and HR Manager. The Payroll and HR Associate will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth processing of payrolls and maintaining accurate employee records. This individual must have a strong customer service orientation and great attention to detail, as well as a sound work ethic. The role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality. The successful candidate will be expected to work collaboratively with the HR team and contribute to a positive work environment.

Responsibilities

• The Payroll and HR Associate is responsible for the processing of multiple payrolls, on a weekly, biweekly, and monthly basis.
• Compile payroll data and perform data entry in payroll batches on a weekly, biweekly, and monthly basis, in a timely manner.
• Answer payroll inquiries from employees and supervisors and resolve issues with a high level of customer service.
• Process new hires, terminations, status changes, pay rate changes, and other employee data.
• Interpret and apply the company's payroll and benefit policies.
• Assist supervisor with payroll report preparations.

Requirements

• ADP system experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Dependability and ability to work outside of the standard work schedule (when necessary) to ensure payroll processing deadlines are met.
• Accuracy and thoroughness with an excellent attention to detail.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vacation time