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New York Power Authority · 3 hours ago

Senior Payroll Analyst

New York Power Authority is seeking a Senior Payroll Analyst to help administer the payment and reporting of wages, including taxes and other deductions. The role involves processing changes to employee master records, calculating special payments, and creating reports in ADP while ensuring compliance with organizational policies and regulations.

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Hiring Manager
Jennifer Parker, PHR
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Responsibilities

Upgrade and maintenance of the payroll in-house databases
Work closely with both management and the payroll representatives to identify and address the changing needs of the department
Formulate recommendations for improvement and implement changes into the system, analyzing the post implementation results
Inform payroll staff of easier, quicker, and more accurate methods of processing available for their use
Lead the creation of multiple data files in ADP and the process of transferring the information to the databases
Create macros in Excel and train staff in their use for the weekly import of information
Responsible for the integrity of data by performing post import reconciliation of all data to ensure accurate reporting for management’s use
Import of the IDOC from SAP to ADP

Qualification

ADP VantageAutomated payroll systemsSAPMicrosoft ExcelPayroll compliance knowledgeAccounting knowledgeAnalytic skillsMultitaskingEffective communicationDetail-oriented

Required

Experience with automated payroll systems is required
Windows and MS Office capability is required
Strong knowledge of current payroll compliance procedures and laws
Strong Accounting knowledge
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel spreadsheets
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Must be detail-oriented and possess keen analytic skills
Strong ability to multitask and plan for strict deadlines
Keen trouble-shooting and analytical abilities
Strong knowledge of automated payroll systems
Strong knowledge of NYPA and Canal policies and Union contracts
Strong knowledge of SAP
Strong knowledge of ADP Vantage
Associate's Degree in a business relevant field required
Minimum 7 years of business-related payroll experience

Preferred

ADP experience is preferred
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Management, or Finance is preferred

Company

New York Power Authority

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New York Power Authority is the largest state public power organization,producing some of the cheapest electricity.

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Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Justin E. Driscoll
President and Chief Executive Officer
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Joseph Kessler
Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer
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