Proskauer Rose LLP · 3 hours ago
Payroll Specialist
New York, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$70K/yr - $85K/yr
3+ years expProskauer Rose LLP is a leading global law firm known for its business-savvy approach and expertise in complex matters. The Payroll Specialist will work with the payroll team to ensure accurate, compliant, and timely payroll processing for Firm employees using technological solutions.
Financial ServicesInformation TechnologyLegal
Responsibilities
Prepare and process payroll in an accurate, compliant, and timely manner
Process special transactions (e.g. retroactive pay, mid-period increases, and garnishments)
Load import files from multiple departments as it pertains to payroll changes
Track timesheet entries for eligible employees to ensure timely payments
Update payroll records by reviewing changes in tax exemptions, direct deposit information, and other applicable data
Understand and continually keep abreast of the current tax requirements, including state and federal tax withholdings
Preserve documentation to support payroll transactions and ensure that approved transactions are processed; follow up on missing items to ensure compliance
Research, analyze and resolve payroll discrepancies
Review payroll entries of the other Payroll Specialists
Generate reports for accounting, human resources, and other departments to use for analytics
File payroll reports and documentation ensuring it can be easily retrieved for review and audit
Suggest improvements and enhancements to payroll policies and procedures
Provide backup support during staff absences
Utilize MS Excel to enter and format numerical data using formulas that can be cross-checked by the Payroll Manager; and create and save such worksheets, charts, and graphs
Maintain employee confidence and protects payroll operations by keeping information confidential
Support the Payroll Manager in resolving any issues of payroll production
Respond to inquiries from managers and team members in a timely manner
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and equivalent experience required
Minimum of 3+ years of experience
Work well in a fast-paced environment while prioritizing varied workloads to meet different deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with lawyers, professional level staff, and peers
Passionate about improving processes and developing innovative solutions
Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Office, and ADP required
Willingness to work collaboratively as a member of a team with a positive attitude
Complete simultaneous projects with minimal supervision
Understanding of appropriate allocation of work and good prioritization skills
High level of attention to detail and meticulous follow through with a high level of client service
Flexibility to adjust work schedule according to workload demands, and evolve with position as required
Preferred
Knowledge of payroll calculation, processing, accounting principles and practices preferred
General knowledge of employee benefits and employment practices preferred
Knowledge of FMLA, ADA, overtime laws, leave of absence laws, 401K, and Worker's Compensation, as it applies to payroll administration, a plus
Experience with WorkDay and ADP Vantage a plus
Company
Proskauer Rose LLP
Clients turn to Proskauer when a matter demands excellence and innovation.
1001-5000 employees
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