We are looking for an experienced Payroll Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in New York, New York. This role involves managing payroll functions, freelance operations, and studio support in a dynamic and fast-paced creative environment. The ideal candidate will work closely with the Finance Director to ensure smooth payroll processing, compliance, and efficient resource management while contributing to studio operations. Responsibilities: • Process biweekly payroll for permanent and freelance staff, including onboarding new hires and finalizing departures. • Administer employment contracts and maintain accurate documentation for all employees. • Collaborate with finance and HR teams to ensure payroll compliance and accuracy across multi-state jurisdictions. • Track employee balances and address payroll-related inquiries promptly. • Manage freelance engagement, including tracking approvals, contracts, and onboarding processes. • Oversee open purchase orders for freelancers, ensuring invoices are matched and spending is monitored effectively. • Add freelancers to internal systems and resolve issues related to access or system functionality. • Harmonize project coding between internal systems and external platforms. • Support studio operations by coordinating office budgets, staff engagement activities, and facilities management. • Handle basic IT access requests and support building access needs.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in payroll and accounting roles. • Proficiency in full-cycle payroll processing, including multi-state payroll and tax reporting. • Familiarity with ADP Workforce Now or similar payroll systems. • Solid understanding of payroll rules, regulations, and compliance reporting. • Strong competency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. • Knowledge of basic employment laws and freelance engagement practices. • Experience with tracking and managing freelance contracts and expenditures. • Payroll certification is a plus.

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New York, NY
onsite
Temporary
38.00 - 44.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Accountant to join our team on a long-term contract basis in New York, New York. This role involves managing payroll functions, freelance operations, and studio support in a dynamic and fast-paced creative environment. The ideal candidate will work closely with the Finance Director to ensure smooth payroll processing, compliance, and efficient resource management while contributing to studio operations. Responsibilities: • Process biweekly payroll for permanent and freelance staff, including onboarding new hires and finalizing departures. • Administer employment contracts and maintain accurate documentation for all employees. • Collaborate with finance and HR teams to ensure payroll compliance and accuracy across multi-state jurisdictions. • Track employee balances and address payroll-related inquiries promptly. • Manage freelance engagement, including tracking approvals, contracts, and onboarding processes. • Oversee open purchase orders for freelancers, ensuring invoices are matched and spending is monitored effectively. • Add freelancers to internal systems and resolve issues related to access or system functionality. • Harmonize project coding between internal systems and external platforms. • Support studio operations by coordinating office budgets, staff engagement activities, and facilities management. • Handle basic IT access requests and support building access needs.
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