Payroll Analyst

Paramount • New York, NY

1d • $65,000 - $75,000

About The Position

This position is tasked with ensuring exactness and timely payroll processing for employees within a large company, multi-state, union environment. This position requires a comprehensive knowledge of internal processes, compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations as well as company policies, and the ability to oversee complex issues. The successful candidate will also have basic knowledge of payroll accounting, wage and hour laws, and SOX compliance.

Requirements

• 3+ years of payroll experience in a large company setting
• Solid attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite with intermediate-level Excel skills
• Demonstrated awareness of the relationship between HR policies/programs and payroll
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize competing demands and work well under strain
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
• Forward-thinking with exemplary customer service skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SAP Employee Central Payroll (ECP) or other major HCM system preferred
• Execute against goals and deadlines
• Influence and skillfully communicate with others to drive work forward
• Design, apply, and interpret robust analytical solutions to support decisions
• Positively contribute to a culture of people development and learning
• Uphold ways of working that promote DE&I advocacy
• Translate the “big picture” vision into a clear action plan

Responsibilities

• End-to-end processing of multi-frequency union and non-union payrolls
• Audit and reconciliation of HR and payroll data to identify and address discrepancies and ensure accuracy
• Ensure data is compliant with federal, state, and local tax regulations, including multistate taxation rules
• Reconcile payroll integration and bank files
• Provide timely and compliant response and set up of employee garnishments
• Provide ad hoc reports to internal customers as required
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues, providing timely and reliable information and resolving discrepancies
• Keep abreast of payroll-related regulations
• Build and maintain deep relationships with business partners, including Human Resources and IT
• Provide testing support for system upgrades and periodic tax updates
• Special projects as assigned

Benefits

• Attractive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages. Check out our full list of benefits here: https://www.paramount.com/careers/benefits
• Generous paid time off.
• An exciting and fulfilling opportunity to be part of one of Paramount’s most dynamic teams.
• Opportunities for both on-site and virtual engagement events.
• Unique opportunities to make meaningful connections and build a vibrant community, both inside and outside the workplace.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed