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Robert Half Payroll Specialist in New York, New York
Description
One of Robert Half's clients is currently seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their team. The Payroll Specialist will contribute to the production of accurate and timely payroll for employees. Candidates with strong communication skills should be able to deliver strong internal customer service while working in a deadline-driven environment. If you want a challenging position with an industry leader and strong career growth opportunity, this Payroll Specialist position may be for you! This permanent employment opportunity is based in the New York, New York area. Act now and submit an application today!
What you get to do every day
Be of help to staff with PTO accruals, wage deductions, fringe benefits, general questions related to payroll, and other pay related issues
Explore payroll areas, pay practices related to FLSA, and fringe benefit reporting to determine how those practices apply to advise management
Originate systems and protocols to direct the collection, calculation and entering of pay data
Direct regular payroll reporting as required and assist with financial audits related to pay records and associated general ledger
Supervise quarterly and year-end payroll reports
Adhere to current payroll tax requirements and relevant laws associated with the processing of employee wage data, including payroll taxes, employee federal and state income and social security taxes and other required reporting
Direct voluntary deductions, as well as wage garnishments, pay levies, and other involuntary court-ordered payments in a timely manner, including reporting to the necessary authorities
Work with Information Technology, Human Resources, and other internal business partners to ensure security protocols for pay systems
Perform review of data entered by others in the payroll software to include, but not limited to salary/wage increases, benefit deductions, employee termination dates, and employee leaves of absence under FMLA or other unpaid leave
Establish timely processing of payroll in accordance with labor regulations and standard accounting principlesSpecialist
Requirements
Comprehensive knowledge of ADP Workforce Now
Union payroll experience preferred
2+ years of payroll experience
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