Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Payroll Clerk at MetroPayroll Solutions! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for our diverse workforce. This role is perfect for someone passionate about financial precision and employee satisfaction. You'll be instrumental in maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations while supporting our company's growth in the heart of NYC. Enjoy competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment in our modern Manhattan office.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 500+ employees using ADP and QuickBooks
- Verify time records, deductions, and bonuses for accuracy
- Manage garnishments, tax withholdings, and direct deposits
- Prepare payroll reports for management and auditors
- Respond to employee payroll inquiries within 24 hours
- Ensure compliance with FLSA, NYSDOL, and IRS regulations
- Reconcile payroll accounts monthly and resolve discrepancies
- Assist with year-end tax filings (W-2s, 1099s)
Qualifications
- 3+ years of payroll processing experience
- Proficiency in ADP Workforce Now or similar payroll software
- Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local payroll tax laws
- Associate's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, macros)
- Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Proven problem-solving skills for payroll discrepancies