Job Description
Apex Financial Solutions is urgently hiring a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to join our dynamic finance team in the heart of New York City. In this pivotal role, you will ensure the accurate and timely processing of payroll for all employees while maintaining strict compliance with federal and state regulations.
We are looking for a proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in their precision. If you are ready to take the next step in your accounting career, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Process Payroll: Calculate and process bi-weekly and monthly payroll for over 200 employees using [Company] payroll software.
- Compliance & Reporting: Ensure all payroll activities adhere to FLSA, FICA, and state tax laws; prepare quarterly and annual reports.
- Employee Support: Serve as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries regarding pay stubs, deductions, and time-off balances.
- Record Keeping: Maintain accurate, up-to-date payroll records, time sheets, and HRIS database entries.
- Bank Reconciliation: Reconcile payroll bank accounts and prepare necessary journal entries for the finance department.
- System Updates: Assist in updating payroll tax tables and system configurations as laws change.
Qualifications
- Education: High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree in Accounting or Finance is preferred.
- Experience: 2+ years of hands-on payroll processing experience.
- Software: Proficient in ADP, Paychex, or similar payroll processing systems.
- Knowledge: Strong understanding of payroll tax regulations, garnishments, and deductions.
- Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) and excellent attention to detail.
- Soft Skills: Strong communication skills and the ability to handle sensitive financial data with absolute confidentiality.