Job Description
Join our award-winning finance team at Metropolitan Financial Group, a leading financial services firm in the heart of Manhattan. We're seeking a meticulous Senior Payroll Clerk to manage our multi-state payroll operations and ensure flawless compensation delivery to 500+ employees. This hybrid role combines strategic payroll expertise with hands-on processing in our modern NYC office. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, professional development stipends, and a collaborative culture that values precision and growth.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly multi-state payroll for 500+ employees across 10+ jurisdictions
- Manage garnishments, deductions, and tax compliance (federal, state, local)
- Administer time-off tracking, PTO accruals, and leave-of-absence reconciliations
- Prepare and distribute payroll reports for executive leadership and auditors
- Coordinate with HR and benefits teams for new hires, terminations, and benefit changes
- Maintain accurate payroll records in ADP Workforce Now and HRIS systems
- Conduct quarterly payroll audits and implement process improvements
Qualifications
- 5+ years of multi-state payroll processing experience with ADP Workforce Now
- Expert knowledge of NY, NJ, CT, and PA payroll regulations and tax laws
- Advanced Excel skills with VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and data validation
- CPP or FPC certification strongly preferred
- Experience with garnishment processing and wage attachment orders
- Proven ability to manage confidential employee compensation data
- Excellent problem-solving skills for payroll discrepancies and audit resolutions
- BS/BA in Accounting, Finance, or related field required