Job Description
Join our dynamic finance team as a Senior Payroll Clerk in the heart of Manhattan! We're seeking a meticulous professional to manage complex payroll operations for 500+ employees. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative environment at one of NYC's leading financial institutions. Immediate start available for qualified candidates.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly multi-state payroll for 500+ employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations (NY, NJ, CT)
- Manage garnishments, deductions, and 401(k) contributions
- Generate payroll reports for executives and auditors
- Resolve payroll discrepancies through investigative reconciliation
- Collaborate with HR on new hire terminations and benefit changes
- Implement payroll process improvements using Excel macros
Qualifications
- 5+ years of multi-state payroll processing experience
- Advanced proficiency in ADP Workforce Now or similar HCM systems
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation preferred
- Expert knowledge of NYS payroll tax regulations
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent experience
- Proven ability to handle confidential employee data
- Advanced Excel skills with VBA experience
- Experience with union payroll processing