We are looking for a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our team in New York, New York. This is a long-term contract opportunity within the financial services industry, offering a chance to contribute to a dynamic payroll department. The ideal candidate will manage payroll processes for a multistate workforce and ensure accuracy in all payroll-related tasks. Responsibilities: • Process bi-monthly payroll for a workforce of over 1,000 employees, including both salaried and hourly staff. • Handle multistate payroll operations, ensuring compliance with local and federal regulations. • Utilize payroll systems such as Workday, UltiPro, and Oracle to manage payroll cycles effectively. • Conduct full-cycle payroll processing, including data entry, validation, and reconciliation. • Collaborate with a payroll team consisting of specialists, a manager, and a director to meet deadlines. • Prepare and review payroll reports using advanced Excel functions like VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables. • Address payroll-related inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner. • Support audits and reporting requirements with accurate documentation. • Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive employee data. • Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures regarding payroll operations.

• Proven experience in payroll processing for large organizations with over 1,000 employees. • Strong knowledge of multistate payroll regulations and compliance. • Proficiency in payroll systems such as Workday, UltiPro, and Oracle. • Advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUP and Pivot Table functions. • Familiarity with full-cycle payroll processes and reporting. • Excellent organizational and time-management skills. • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment. • Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.

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New York, NY
onsite
Temporary
38.00 - 44.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our team in New York, New York. This is a long-term contract opportunity within the financial services industry, offering a chance to contribute to a dynamic payroll department. The ideal candidate will manage payroll processes for a multistate workforce and ensure accuracy in all payroll-related tasks. Responsibilities: • Process bi-monthly payroll for a workforce of over 1,000 employees, including both salaried and hourly staff. • Handle multistate payroll operations, ensuring compliance with local and federal regulations. • Utilize payroll systems such as Workday, UltiPro, and Oracle to manage payroll cycles effectively. • Conduct full-cycle payroll processing, including data entry, validation, and reconciliation. • Collaborate with a payroll team consisting of specialists, a manager, and a director to meet deadlines. • Prepare and review payroll reports using advanced Excel functions like VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables. • Address payroll-related inquiries and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner. • Support audits and reporting requirements with accurate documentation. • Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive employee data. • Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures regarding payroll operations.
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