Alvarez & Marsal · 7 hours ago
Payroll Specialist
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$80K/yr - $85K/yr
2+ years expAlvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm known for its entrepreneurial approach and commitment to client success. They are seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage payroll operations for multiple regions, ensuring accuracy and providing exceptional customer service to employees and partners. The role involves processing payroll, handling inquiries, and maintaining compliance with tax regulations.
ConsultingProfessional Services
Hiring Manager
Carrie Austin
Responsibilities
Responsible for processing multi-state semi-monthly payroll using Workday. Research and analyze data to answer employee questions and discrepancies
Ensure accurate entry of employee salaries, draws, reported hours, bonuses, severance pay, deductions and garnishments
Provide exceptional client experience through strong customer service in response to inquiries from employees, internal departments and outside vendors related to payroll inquiries within a timely manner
Preparing and resolving all taxable wages adjustments for periodic, quarterly and year-end processing
Assist with all Payroll, Absence and Time Tracking Workday testing as needed
Prepare payroll reconciliations after each pay period, at quarter-end, and at year-end to ensure taxes are accurate
Ensure compliance of all statutory payroll related tax fillings and payments. Keep abreast of regulatory changes affecting payroll to ensure payroll accuracy
Actively engage and adapt to various technological enhancements with the goal of driving greater efficiencies and automation
Qualification
Required
Minimum 2 years of experience in payroll for the US, multi-State and multi-entity payroll operations, with a strong understanding of HR & Payroll related issues
Proven experience with HRIS/Workday and other Payroll systems
Associate/Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting or equivalent experience
Must have intermediate Excel (Pivot, VLOOKUP, Formulas)
Proactive approach towards issues
Ability to take ownership of payroll processes and reconciliation
Strong attention to detail, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive in a high volume and fast paced environment
Excellent communication and prioritization skills along with the ability to identify and present process improvements
Must be able to handle confidential information and issues effectively and without breach of confidentiality
Benefits
Healthcare plans
Flexible spending and savings accounts
Life, AD&D, and disability coverages
401(k) retirement savings plan
Paid time off including vacation
Personal days
Seventy-two (72) hours of sick time
Ten federal holidays
One floating holiday
Parental leave
Company
Alvarez & Marsal
Alvarez & Marsal provides advisory services related to turnaround management and performance improvement.
10001+ employees
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