Payroll Specialist

24 hours ago

New York, United States Groupe Savencia Part-time
Description
  • Payroll Processing: Prepare and process semi-monthly payroll for hourly and salaried employees. Making adjustments in pay for raises, bonuses and commission

  • Timesheet Processing: Checking timesheets for accuracy, communication with managers and HR Director as needed

  • Data Management: Maintain and update employee records, including new hires, terminations, deductions, benefits, salary changes, bonus pay, overtime, retro pay and tax withholdings.

  • Compliance: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations regarding payroll, taxes, and garnishments.

  • Reconciliation: Reconcile payroll-related general ledger accounts and resolve any discrepancies. Reconcile benefit related 

  • Reporting & Communication: Generate payroll reports, budgets, ad hoc reports as requested by management and answer employee questions regarding pay, deductions, and tax forms.  Prepare payroll reports for audits (financial & 401K audit). Generate and communicate Benefit reports  to Benefit Manager.



Qualifications
  • Experience: 5 years’ experience in payroll processing. Basic knowledge of bookkeeping.

  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in payroll software (e.g., ADP, Paychex, UnicornHRO) and Microsoft Excel. SAP proficiency is plus but not required

  • Attention to Detail: High level of precision in numerical data entry and auditing.

  • Knowledge: Strong understanding of payroll laws, tax regulations, and benefits administration.

Soft Skills: Excellent organizational, time-management, and communication skills.