Analyst/Associate - Payroll

Neuberger Berman•New York, NY

1d•$70,000 - $85,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Neuberger is seeking a meticulous and collaborative professional Payroll Associate to join the US Global Payroll Team. The ideal candidate thrives in high-accountability, fast-paced environments and brings an innovative, forward-thinking mindset to process improvement. They will combine strong analytical skills with an affinity for leveraging technology and AI tools to ensure compliance and maximize operational efficiency.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting or Finance preferred
3+ years' experience of multi-state US payroll and tax required
Strong understanding of FLSA, multi-state payroll tax legislation, benefits, SOX and basic accounting principles
Proficiency working in Workday and ADP systems
Advanced experience in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint with high aptitude for adopting new technology
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Practical knowledge using Ai tools (e.g., ChatGPT) for research and communication

Responsibilities

Assist with bi-weekly and monthly payroll operations / administration for a multi-state USA environment, ensuring accuracy in taxation, wage reporting, and benefit plan deductions
Maintain a “no-compromise approach” to compliance, adhering to FLSA regulations, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls, and company policies. Maintain and enhance process documentation and SOPs
Utilize ADP Vantage, ADP Report Writer, ADP Smart Compliance, Workday HR/HCM, and Workday Time Tracking, to support payroll process, reporting, audits, etc.
Leverage AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT) to draft communications, summarize documents, research payroll regulations, and improve process efficiency
Utilize advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint to perform data analysis, create workflow charts, and prepare reports for leadership
Work cross-functionally with HR and Finance, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills to handle confidential data with integrity