Payroll Analyst

First Quality • Great Neck, NY

1d • $80,000 - $95,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Payroll Analyst is responsible for accurate computing, withholding, and deductions associated with net earnings. Reviews the computation of pay and ensures the company payroll policies are in accordance with the government regulations. Responds to and resolves any inquiries regarding paychecks. Organizes and reviews forms associated with federal, state, and local authorities, such as W-2s.

Requirements

• Associate degree in accounting or equivalent experience
• Experience in payroll accounting and posting of weekly payroll journal entries
• 3-5 years payroll and tax experience
• Multi-state payroll experience and solid grasp of payroll rules
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office including advanced experience with Microsoft Excel
• Strong team skills
• Strong communication skills
• Must be detail oriented

Nice To Haves

• Workday experience helpful, but not required

Responsibilities

• Transmission of multi-state weekly and bi-weekly payrolls for multiple companies
• Reconciles payroll each pay period for hours, earnings and deductions
• Provide information and answer employee questions about payroll related matters
• Maintaining employee records
• Coordinating with HR to ensure correct employee data
• Assist with system maintenance: calendars, bonus processing
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within payroll, changes in wage and tax laws
• Provide reports to finance and other departments as necessary
• Audits timekeeping records for compliance with established policies and procedures, as necessary
• Other duties, as may be required

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and bonus opportunities
• Paid time off (three-week minimum)
• Medical, dental and vision starting day one
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid parental leave
• Child and family care assistance (dependent care FSA with employer match up to $2500)
• Bundle of joy benefit (years’ worth of free diapers to all team members with a new baby)
• Tuition assistance
• Wellness program with savings of up to $4,000 per year on insurance premiums

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree