Payroll Specialist

Martin Brower•Harriman, NY

11d

About The Position

Ensure timely, accurate payroll processing in compliance with government regulations as a Payroll Specialist Manage and oversee the processing of multiple weekly and bi-weekly payrolls, ensuring full compliance with Collective Bargaining Agreements and contractual obligations Guarantee the accuracy and timeliness of payroll processing while strictly adhering to all relevant federal and state regulations Conduct thorough analysis of payroll issues, recommending and implementing corrective actions to improve efficiency and accuracy as a Payroll Specialist Collaborate effectively with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) to maintain system integrity and ensure compliance during payroll setup and updates Provide comprehensive training and mentorship to team members, facilitating local training sessions as needed to enhance team skills and knowledge Oversee and manage salary adjustments, deductions, bonuses, and payroll accounting, including the processing of final checks for both voluntary and involuntary employee separations Experience with federal, local, and state payroll laws Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong analytical skills Detail oriented mindset Strong organizational skills Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks Ability to maintain highly confidential information Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. Experience working in a union environment Other duties as assigned Required Education and Experience: High School Diploma/General Education Degree (GED) and 0 to 1 plus years of specific experience in payroll Preferred Education and Experience: College Degree Experience with UKG or Kronos Timekeeping System

Requirements

Experience with federal, local, and state payroll laws
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical skills
Detail oriented mindset
Strong organizational skills
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
Ability to maintain highly confidential information
Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
Experience working in a union environment
High School Diploma/General Education Degree (GED) and 0 to 1 plus years of specific experience in payroll

Nice To Haves

College Degree
Experience with UKG or Kronos Timekeeping System

Responsibilities

Ensure timely, accurate payroll processing in compliance with government regulations as a Payroll Specialist
Manage and oversee the processing of multiple weekly and bi-weekly payrolls, ensuring full compliance with Collective Bargaining Agreements and contractual obligations
Guarantee the accuracy and timeliness of payroll processing while strictly adhering to all relevant federal and state regulations
Conduct thorough analysis of payroll issues, recommending and implementing corrective actions to improve efficiency and accuracy as a Payroll Specialist
Collaborate effectively with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) to maintain system integrity and ensure compliance during payroll setup and updates
Provide comprehensive training and mentorship to team members, facilitating local training sessions as needed to enhance team skills and knowledge
Oversee and manage salary adjustments, deductions, bonuses, and payroll accounting, including the processing of final checks for both voluntary and involuntary employee separations
Other duties as assigned