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 end-to-end payroll operations for 500+ employees across multiple states. This hybrid role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and growth opportunities within a leading financial institution.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for 500+ employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations (NY, NJ, CT)
- Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies in GL entries
- Manage garnishments, deductions, and tax filings
- Support year-end processing and W-2 distribution
- Collaborate with HR on employee onboarding/offboarding payroll setup
- Generate payroll reports for executive leadership
Qualifications
- 5+ years of multi-state payroll processing experience
- Advanced proficiency in ADP Workforce Now or similar HCM systems
- Deep understanding of FLSA, NY DOL, and local tax laws
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Expert Excel skills (VLOOKUP, PivotTables, macros)
- CPP certification preferred
- Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Experience with union payroll processing a plus