Payroll Specialist - 4 days in Manhattan - $75k-$90k + OT

As the Payroll Specialist, you'll be responsible for end-to-end payroll processing for approximately 1,500 employees using Workday, ensuring accuracy and compliance across multiple states. This role requires someone who is detail-oriented, process-driven, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

This role is located in NYC (Downtown, Manhattan) 4 days a week in office.
$75k-$90k + overtime

Client Details

As the Payroll Specialist, you'll be responsible for end-to-end payroll processing for approximately 1,500 employees using Workday, ensuring accuracy and compliance across multiple states. This role requires someone who is detail-oriented, process-driven, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

This role is located in NYC (Downtown, Manhattan) 4 days a week in office.
$75k-$90k + overtime

Description

• Process semi-monthly payroll for 1,500+ employees across multiple U.S. states using Workday

• Review timekeeping data, benefits deductions, and ensure accurate taxation and garnishments

• Partner with HR and Finance to reconcile payroll and resolve any discrepancies

• Maintain payroll records and prepare audit reports as needed

• Stay up to date on federal, state, and local payroll tax regulations

• Support payroll-related projects and continuous improvement initiatives

• Provide payroll support for Canadian employees

Profile

• 3+ years of payroll experience, ideally in a high-volume, multi-state environment

• Experience processing payroll for 1,000+ employees

• Proficiency with Workday payroll system

• Strong attention to detail and understanding of payroll regulations

• Excellent communication skills and a team-first mentality

• Experience with Canadian payroll is a plus

Job Offer

• $75,000 - $90,000 + overtime eligibility

• Four-day in-office schedule (1 day work from home) in a beautiful downtown Manhattan office

• Career path within a reputable and people-focused firm

• Comprehensive benefits package
• A collaborative, tight-knit team and a culture that truly values its people

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