We are currently expanding our HR Team and seeking a Diligent Senior Payroll & Benefits Specialist with a strong background in payroll & benefits to be located in our fast-growing office in New York (Manhattan).
PRIMARY JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage the semi-monthly outsourced (via ADP WFN) US payroll from start to finish - processing new hires, terminations, status changes, tax changes, deductions, direct deposits, rate changes, garnishments, bonuses, retroactive adjustments, expense reimbursements, off-cycle adjustments, and manual checks
- Responsible for governance around FLSA & Time and Labor regulations across all our jurisdictions, including overtime requirements
- Own and resolve payroll and Benefit queries from employees, internal/external stakeholders
- Manage the Year end process
- Benefit admin – Healthcare, 401K, Commuter - joiners, leavers, queries
- Maintain a close working relationship with US People/finance teams
- Assist with ad hoc MI, Audit requests
- Ensure optimal utilization of ADP to capture Employee information, and to provide meaningful MI – headcount, turnover, YTD reports
- Own and implement process improvements, including data integration with HRIS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Proficient knowledge of ADP Work Force Now and Time & Attendance.
- Time and Labor Regulations across the various states
- Previous 401k and Healthcare Benefits Admin experience an advantage
- Particularly good Excel skills – look ups, formulae, index/match
- Practical knowledge of federal and multi-state payroll laws/regulations
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills with an emphasis on accuracy and diligence.
- Strong sense of urgency and problem-solving skills
- Highly dependable and motivated; able to work independently and in a team environment
