Analyst - Payroll

AMC Networks•New York, NY

1d•$60,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

AMC Networks is home to many of the greatest stories and characters in TV and film and the premier destination for passionate and engaged fan communities around the world. We create and curate celebrated series and films across distinct brands and make them available to audiences everywhere. Our portfolio includes targeted streaming services AMC+, Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, ALLBLK and HIDIVE; cable networks AMC, BBC AMERICA, Independent Film Company, Sundance TV and We TV; and film distribution labels Independent Film Company and RLJE Films. The company also operates AMC Studios, our in-house studio, production, and distribution operation behind acclaimed and fan-favorite originals including The Walking Dead Universe and the Anne Rice Immortal Universe, and AMC Networks International, our international programming business. We are currently seeking a Payroll Analyst to join our Accounting team based in our New York, New York office.

Requirements

Must have a minimum of 3 years’ payroll experience.
Must be proficient in ADP Vantage.
Must have working knowledge of core payroll concepts: earnings, deductions, taxation, garnishments, and benefits.
Must have strong Excel skills.
Must be proficient with Vlookups.
Must have the ability to prioritize responsibilities and follow-up and resolve outstanding issues.
Must be detail-oriented and possess solid organizational and analytical skills; and meet schedules and deadlines.
Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
Must be able to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

Reviews Workday reports to ADP interface to ensure successful flow of data and resolve any errors/discrepancies.
Make updates to employee information in ADP Vantage (hires, terminations, job changes, leaves, deductions, etc.).
Runs reports, prepares final review packages, and ensures accuracy of all payroll transactions.
Issues stop payments/direct deposit reversals, as necessary.
Initiates wires as needed based on state, local and federal tax regulations.
Processes employee garnishments/liens/court orders based on state, local, and Federal withholding laws.
Processes various one-time payments (severances, bonuses, commissions, etc.) based on company policies and HR instructions.
Runs and distributes biweekly payroll reports to HR/Accounting/Finance departments.
Provides Vantage TIME support, running and reviewing audit reports, obtaining timecard approvals, and assisting with timecard edits.
Assists with inquiries made to Payroll from internal and external sources.
Participates in ad hoc projects and provides back-up support for the department as determined by needs.