Payroll Specialist

Company: The Bachrach Group
Location: New York
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

A very Large company in Whitestone, Queens, NY is looking for a Payroll Specialist that has some Human Resources experience to join their Team.

Permanent Position and if you are know someone that is interested, please apply today!!!

Position Summary:
The Payroll Administrator will work directly under our Associate HR Manager and manage the day-to-day payroll administration and provide support in various other HR related tasks. This role is detail orientated and requires the ability to accurately perform data entry tasks, problem-solve and troubleshoot payroll issues, and work against set deadlines.

Responsibilities:
Manage the administration of Bi-Weekly Payroll through ADP Workforce Now including but not limited to the tasks below:
Input biweekly payroll adjustments
Process Timecards for Hourly Employees
Track and update any 401k changes
Process new hire enrollments and terminations
Review bi-weekly payroll to confirm there are no errors
Follow up with Timecard Manager's for missing approvals or to resolve Timecard errors
Ensure all necessary payroll documents are completed and submitted prior to making any adjustments, such as W4's, Direct Deposit Change Requests, etc
Identify and troubleshoot payroll errors, working with ADP Call Center as issues arise to seek resolution of problems, log and follow up any open cases until resolution. Work against tight payroll deadlines ensuring follow up and action is taken on errors to guarantee payroll is not delayed
Escalate high-level payroll errors to Associate HR Manager and assist as needed
Import and process bi-weekly 401k Contributions from ADP into Nationwide's System
Produce payroll reports as need for various HR and Financial needs; work with ADP Call Center to customize and create unique reports as they are requested
Review current payroll processing procedures and make any recommendations on the need to adjust, make better, or change any current practices; make suggestions to Associate HR Manager for further evaluation
Provide support in New Hire Setup process for new hires, promotion or job changes, and terminations of employees (Full-Time, Part-Time and Interns)
Reconcile Monthly Benefit Bills
Manage the upkeep and organization of electronic employee files
Assist with HR related inquiries and any other ad-hoc project

Requirements
Bachelor's Degree required; Human Resources preferred
2-3 Year's Human Resources Experience
Strong organization skills
Comfortable handling and having knowledge of sensitive and confidential information
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Prior Experience with a payroll system, ADP Workforce Now preferred
Personal and Professional approach and demeanor
Team Player
Takes initiative to problem solve
Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Position requires possible in-person attendance at annual company retreats/meetings in New York and Orlando (or other locations as it may vary year to year)

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