Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team at Financial Solutions Inc. as a Part-Time Payroll Specialist in the heart of New York City. This role offers the perfect blend of flexibility and professional growth, allowing you to make a tangible impact while maintaining work-life balance. You'll be integral to our operations, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for our diverse workforce. We value precision, integrity, and proactive problem-solving, and we're looking for someone who shares these values. Our collaborative environment fosters professional development, and this position offers exposure to modern payroll systems and compliance standards.
We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all team members can thrive. If you're a detail-oriented payroll professional seeking a challenging yet flexible opportunity in NYC, we encourage you to apply today and become part of our success story.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 100+ employees using ADP Workforce Now, ensuring timely and accurate payment distribution
- Calculate and garnish deductions, benefits contributions, and tax withholdings according to federal, state, and local regulations
- Resolve payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries within 24 hours with exceptional customer service
- Reconcile payroll accounts and prepare reports for internal audits and quarterly tax filings
- Stay updated on FLSA, NYS DOL, and NYC payroll regulations to ensure compliance
- Maintain confidential employee records in HRIS systems with strict data security protocols
- Collaborate with HR and finance teams on payroll-related projects and system upgrades
Qualifications
- 3+ years of hands-on payroll processing experience with ADP or similar systems
- Proven expertise in NYS payroll tax laws, including NYC local tax requirements
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (vlookups, pivot tables) and HRIS platforms
- CPP or FPC certification strongly preferred
- Exceptional attention to detail with zero-error tolerance for payroll data
- Ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong problem-solving skills with experience resolving payroll discrepancies
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for stakeholder interactions