Payroll Specialist

22 hours ago


New York, New York, United States Vaco Full time
Job Title: Payroll Specialist

Location: New York City, NY

Type: Contract to Hire

Schedule: 5 days/week, on-site

Pay Rate: $32-37/hour

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to manage payroll for 300-500 employees, ensuring accurate and timely processing of both exempt and non-exempt payroll. The ideal candidate will have experience with Ceridian Dayforce and a strong understanding of hospitality payroll practices, including tips and gratuities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Process payroll for 300-500 employees accurately and efficiently using Ceridian Dayforce.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
  • Manage payroll for both exempt and non-exempt employees, including calculations for overtime and tips.
  • Prepare and maintain payroll records and reports, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, and deductions.
  • Collaborate with HR to ensure accurate onboarding and offboarding processes.
  • Assist with audits and provide documentation as needed.
  • Stay updated on changes in payroll regulations and best practices within the hospitality industry.

Qualifications:

  • 2+ years of payroll experience, preferably in the hospitality sector.
  • Proficiency in Ceridian Dayforce or similar payroll software.
  • Strong understanding of payroll for exempt and non-exempt employees, including tip calculations.
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Exceptional communication skills.

Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice:

Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Pay Transparency Notice:

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

  • the individual's skill sets, experience and training;
  • licensure and certification requirements;
  • office location and other geographic considerations;
  • other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.


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