Job Description
We're seeking a meticulous Payroll Clerk to join our dynamic finance team in the heart of Manhattan. As a cornerstone of our operations, you'll ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for 500+ employees while maintaining strict compliance with federal and state regulations. This urgent opening offers an opportunity to grow within a rapidly expanding financial services firm with industry-leading benefits and career advancement paths.
Responsibilities
- Process bi-weekly payroll for US-based employees using ADP Workforce Now
- Calculate garnishments, deductions, and tax withholdings with 100% accuracy
- Manage time and attendance data integration from Kronos system
- Prepare and file federal, state, and local payroll tax forms (941s, 940s, etc.)
- Respond to employee payroll inquiries within 24-hour SLA
- Reconcile payroll general ledger accounts monthly
- Maintain confidential employee records per SOX compliance
- Assist with year-end W-2 processing and 1099 distribution
Qualifications
- 3+ years of US payroll processing experience
- ADP certification or equivalent payroll software proficiency
- Deep knowledge of FLSA, NY State labor laws, and multi-state taxation
- Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, macros)
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance or relevant certification (CPP preferred)
- Proven attention to detail with zero-error tolerance
- Ability to manage competing deadlines during payroll cycles
- Experience with multi-state payroll compliance (NY, NJ, CT)