Payroll Specialist

Job Description

An Insight Global client is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join its payroll operations team in New York City. This individual will support payroll processing for more than 100 client companies and work closely with payroll professionals, bookkeepers, accountants, and clients to ensure accurate and compliant payroll administration.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for 100+ companies.

• Support weekly and biweekly payroll schedules.

• Utilize cloud-based payroll software.

• Set up, maintain, and upload payroll data into QuickBooks.

• Work closely with bookkeepers and accountants to support payroll operations.

• Manage SUI setup, workers' compensation, disability administration, and related compliance audits.

• Respond to payroll-related inquiries from clients.

• Address payroll issues and respond to IRS and state agency communications.

• Process and distribute payroll through direct deposit and physical checks.

• Generate payroll reports and maintain client payroll files.

• Prepare, review, and navigate payroll tax returns.

• Answer client questions regarding payroll matters.

• Maintain a high level of accuracy, attention to detail, and responsiveness.

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Skills and Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of payroll experience.

• Minimum 3 years of Microsoft Excel experience.

• Strong proficiency with Excel, QuickBooks, and payroll software platforms.

• Experience supporting payroll tax administration and compliance activities.

• Experience working in a high-volume or multi-client payroll environment.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to respond to client inquiries professionally and in a timely manner.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Ability to reliably commute to New York, NY.

Ability to work onsite full-time. • Experience supporting workers' compensation administration.

• Experience managing disability and payroll compliance processes.

• Experience working directly with external clients.

Demonstrated ability to solve problems independently and take ownership of responsibilities.