Payroll Specialist

M&T Bank•Buffalo, NY

7h•$21 - $34•Onsite

About The Position

Overview: Supports the activities of payroll and all tasks necessary to accomplish the organization’s payroll and compensation processing objectives with guidance and direction from leadership. Completes payroll process steps, statutory and government regulations, while adhering to Company policies. Responsible for supporting biweekly payroll function in the HR system, focusing on accuracy, timeliness, and accounting of all job functions. May complete work related to the Time & Leave system, as necessary. Primary Responsibilities: Complete all necessary payroll activities as assigned under the guidance and oversight of more experienced staff. Provide accurate and timely payroll processing of employees’ pay, time, leave and other time off. Review and make necessary adjustments to terminated employees’ final pay; verify completion of timesheets and accuracy of dates, complete payment for accrued time off and severance as needed. Partner with HR Service Team on resolving employee service cases, with support from more experienced staff. Process off-cycle pay as requested; review retroactive pay transactions, etc. Sort and distribute payroll mail items. Complete off-cycle stock transactions with oversight from more experienced staff. Adjust time off accruals for scheduled hours changes. Maintain knowledge of the regulations and policies affecting the payroll process. Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite. Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management. Promote an environment that supports a culture of belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand. Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable. Complete other related duties as assigned. Scope of Responsibilities: Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities: No Supervisory Responsibilities Education and Experience Required: Minimum of a High school diploma or equivalent (GED) and a minimum of 2 years’ payroll and/or relevant customer experience Experience working under pressure Detail-oriented Proficiency working in pertinent word processing and spreadsheet applications Prior experience working in a collaborative/team environment Education and Experience Preferred: Associate’s degree and a minimum of 2 years’ payroll experience Experience with large multi-state company payroll processing Previous pertinent payroll software experience Previous time and leave experience Demonstrated understanding of the end-to-end payroll process Proven analytical skills Proven problem-solving skills Proven verbal and written communication skills Ability to interact with all levels of personnel Strong mathematical skills Physical Requirements: M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $20.55 - $34.25 Hourly (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation. Location Buffalo, New York, United States of America Great companies have an enduring sense of purpose. At M&T, our purpose is a simple one: make a difference in people’s lives and uplift the communities we serve. M&T Bank Corporation is a financial holding company headquartered in Buffalo, New York. M&T’s affiliates offer advice, guidance, expertise and solutions across the entire financial spectrum, combining M&T Bank’s traditional banking services with the wealth management and institutional capabilities offered by Wilmington Trust. M&T Bank has a network of over 1,000 branches and 2,200 ATMs that span 12 states from Maine to Virginia and Washington, D.C. For more than 165 years, M&T has strived to take an active role in our communities and build long-lasting relationships with our customers. We are a bank for communities—combining the capabilities of a large bank with the care of a locally focused institution. As an employer of choice, we are proud to offer competitive benefits ranging from medical and retirement to forty hours of paid volunteer time, each year. Our core values – integrity, ownership, collaboration, curiosity, and candor – drive the work we do. We seek to further build upon our record of success by bringing in top talent and fresh skill sets while continuing to support the growth and development of all our team members. View M&T’s Human Capital Report to learn more. Ready to join our team? Submit your application today! If you are unable to apply through this site due to technical issues or need an accommodation to apply, please contact us at [email protected] for assistance. 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Requirements

Minimum of a High school diploma or equivalent (GED) and a minimum of 2 years’ payroll and/or relevant customer experience
Experience working under pressure
Detail-oriented
Proficiency working in pertinent word processing and spreadsheet applications
Prior experience working in a collaborative/team environment

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree and a minimum of 2 years’ payroll experience
Experience with large multi-state company payroll processing
Previous pertinent payroll software experience
Previous time and leave experience
Demonstrated understanding of the end-to-end payroll process
Proven analytical skills
Proven problem-solving skills
Proven verbal and written communication skills
Ability to interact with all levels of personnel
Strong mathematical skills

Responsibilities

Complete all necessary payroll activities as assigned under the guidance and oversight of more experienced staff.
Provide accurate and timely payroll processing of employees’ pay, time, leave and other time off.
Review and make necessary adjustments to terminated employees’ final pay; verify completion of timesheets and accuracy of dates, complete payment for accrued time off and severance as needed.
Partner with HR Service Team on resolving employee service cases, with support from more experienced staff.
Process off-cycle pay as requested; review retroactive pay transactions, etc.
Sort and distribute payroll mail items.
Complete off-cycle stock transactions with oversight from more experienced staff.
Adjust time off accruals for scheduled hours changes.
Maintain knowledge of the regulations and policies affecting the payroll process.
Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite.
Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management.
Promote an environment that supports a culture of belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand.
Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable.
Complete other related duties as assigned.