Senior Payroll Specialist

LHH is supporting a wonderful client in the education space who is seeking a Senior Payroll Specialist to join their team on a contract to hire basis. This position will require in-office work in Manhattan, New York. Responsibilities: Process bi-weekly payroll, for both hourly and salaried employees Run audits to resolve payroll discrepancies Respond to management and employee questions/requests in a timely manner Maintain payroll operations by following policies and procedures Manage funding report for treasury team Ensure proper expense allocation Perform account reconciliations Assist with audits Qualifications: Bachelor's degree preferred 5+ years of payroll experience Large system experience is highly preferred Proficient with Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, v-lookups, etc.) Excellent organizational and communication skills Compensation: $38 - $45/hr, depending on experience. If you'd like to be considered for this position, please submit your resume today! Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance LHH