Payroll Analyst

Payroll Analyst at NextWave Resources Payroll Analyst at NextWave Resources in West New York, New Jersey Posted in about 20 hours ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Payroll Analyst - 1515 Broadway New York, NY 10036 (7 month contract - expected extension or permanent conversion $45-50 an hour W2

Description:

Filling in for the team during Oracle testing, they will be doing the SAP payroll adjustments, data entries and updates for schedules, they will support specific projects for Paramount that will have deadlines involved so they should be capable of managing to a deadline, will deal with garnishments as needed. Excel - vlookup, xlookup, pivot tables. Attention to detail is important.

RESPONSIBILITIES

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

Responsibilities include:

• End-to-end processing of multi-frequency union and non-union payrolls
• Audit and reconciliation of HR and payroll data to identify and resolve 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 accurate information and resolving discrepancies
• Keep abreast of payroll related regulations
• Build and maintain strong relationships with business partners including Human Resources and IT
• Provide testing support for system upgrades and periodic tax updates
• Special projects as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

3+ years of payroll experience in a large company setting Experience with SAP Employee Central Payroll (ECP) or other major HCM system preferred Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite with intermediate level Excel skills Demonstrated understanding of the relationship between HR policies/programs and payroll Ability to maintain strict confidentiality Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to prioritize competing demands and work well under pressure Ability to work independently and as part of a team Proactive with excellent customer service skills