Payroll Analyst
Payroll Analyst
Location: New York, NY
Duration: 06 Months
RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities include:
" End-to-end processing of multi-frequency union and non-union payrolls
" Audit and reconciliation of HR and payroll data to identify and resolve discrepancies and ensure accuracy
" Ensure data is compliant with federal, state and local tax regulations including multistate taxation rules
" Reconcile payroll integration and bank files
" Provide timely and compliant response and set up of employee garnishments
" Provide ad hoc reports to internal customers as required
" Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues, providing timely and accurate information and resolving discrepancies
" Keep abreast of payroll related regulations
" Build and maintain strong relationships with business partners including Human Resources and IT
" Provide testing support for system upgrades and periodic tax updates
" Special projects as assigned
REQUIREMENTS KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Location: New York, NY
Duration: 06 Months
RESPONSIBILITIES
- This position is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for employees within a large company, multi-state, union environment.
- This position requires a comprehensive understanding of internal processes, compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations as well as company policies, and the ability to handle complex issues.
- The successful candidate will also have basic knowledge of payroll accounting, wage and hour laws, and SOX compliance.
Responsibilities include:
" End-to-end processing of multi-frequency union and non-union payrolls
" Audit and reconciliation of HR and payroll data to identify and resolve discrepancies and ensure accuracy
" Ensure data is compliant with federal, state and local tax regulations including multistate taxation rules
" Reconcile payroll integration and bank files
" Provide timely and compliant response and set up of employee garnishments
" Provide ad hoc reports to internal customers as required
" Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues, providing timely and accurate information and resolving discrepancies
" Keep abreast of payroll related regulations
" Build and maintain strong relationships with business partners including Human Resources and IT
" Provide testing support for system upgrades and periodic tax updates
" Special projects as assigned
REQUIREMENTS KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- 3 years of payroll experience in a large company setting
- Experience with SAP Employee Central Payroll (ECP) or other major HCM system preferred
- Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite with intermediate level Excel skills
- Demonstrated understanding of the relationship between HR policies/programs and payroll
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to prioritize competing demands and work well under pressure
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proactive with excellent customer service skills
