What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Specialist position at Mission Staffing?
Our client, an asset management firm based in New York, NY, is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their growing Finance team. This person will be managing the payroll process for 2000 employees both domestic and international for a wide variety of entities. Previous experience working in a corporate setting (financial services, law firm, public accounting firm, Fortune 500 companies) processing payroll for employees is required. Experience with ADP and/or Workday is required.
**Temp to Perm Opportunity**
Responsibilities Include:
- Process payroll account transactions (e.g. salaries, benefits, garnishments, deductions, taxes, and third-party payments)
- Coordinate timekeeping and payroll systems
- Oversee processing of payroll changes (e.g. new hires, terminations, raises) and system upgrades
- Liaise with auditors and manage payroll tax audits
- Maintain accurate records and prepare reports
- Resolve issues and answer payroll-related questions
Requirements:
- 4-8 years of experience in a payroll function
- Current knowledge of payroll procedures and related laws
- Excellent understanding of multi-state payroll and taxes (CA & NY local payroll tax regulations)
- Excel (pivot, VLOOKUP) experience required.
- Experience with Workday or ADP
- Bachelor’s Degree required
Salary : $35 - $45
