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Reliant Realty Services, LLC Payroll Specialist in New York, New York
Payroll Specialist
909 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10022, USA Req #934
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Payroll Specialist
Paths is a full-scale, vertically integrated affordable housing developer, builder, and operator. Since 2004, the Paths team created and preserved high-quality affordable housing across the U.S. that enhances communities and helps residents build better lives. With over 12,000 units across 10 states under management and more than 450 employees, Paths manages a suite of capabilities spanning the entire property life-cycle, including: development, construction, property management, maintenance, and security.
Summary/Objective:
The Payroll Specialist is responsible for administering payroll (processing weekly and bi-weekly payroll), process new hires in system, updating employee records and union benefits and responding to payroll inquiries.
Classification: Non-exempt (eligible for overtime)
Essential Function/Responsibilities:
Process multiple weekly and bi-weekly payrolls for exempt and non-exempt and union and non-union employees. This is high frequency, time-sensitive works
Maintain knowledge of tax rules and regulations that govern payroll administration practices and ensure that payroll-related transactions are processed in compliance with external and internal policies, as well as applicable federal, state, and local regulations
Assist in filing any paperwork necessary to obtain state and local ID for state filing, unemployment tax, etc.
Enter and Post Journal entries to reconcile all payroll accounts
Set up, process, and maintain changes to an employee’s voluntary and involuntary deductions such as direct deposits, benefits and garnishments
Reconcile and calculate payroll adjustments, issue checks, process manual checks and void checks as needed
Assist department managers and staff by answering payroll procedural questions, as well as researching and resolving payroll problems and discrepancies
Monitor the department email inbox to provide timely responses to inquiries
Help assist payroll team in responding timely and effectively to inquires related to payroll, providing guidance on garnishments, child supports, IRS levies, and pay practices.
Work with the Human Resources department to collaboratively administer all company attendance and time reporting, benefits, and payroll policies
Audit documentation of new hires processed by Human Resources
Respond timely and effectively to inquiries related to payroll, guiding garnishments, child supports, IRS levies, and pay practices.
Audit payroll, employee deductions and update records as needed
Administer annual increases and year-end bonuses
Update all pay rates based on collective bargaining agreements
Assist in administrative works on record-keeping
Assist with special projects/ad hoc assignments.
Salary Range: $65,000 to 70,000 annually
Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
Must have at least 2 year's experience processing payroll
Understanding of Payroll Fundamentals, tax laws, benefits
Multistate payroll experience preferred
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel.
Experience with Yardi software preferred
Ceridian/Dayforce software experience a plus
Yardi software experience a plus
Knowledge of the Fair Labor Standards Act and other state, and city laws
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work efficiently is a must
Experience with union contracts is highly preferred
Ability to listen, communicate (written and verbal), and follow up effectively with all levels within the organization is key
Ability to perform at high levels in a fast-paced, ever-changing work environment is a must.
FPC or CPP certification preferred
Benefits:
We pay 100% of medical benefits, for employees only. Dental, vision, and additional benefit selection plan options are also available.
401 (K) available plus company match
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Commuter Benefits
STD, LTD, life insurance, dependent coverage
Paths Management Services LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, political affiliation or belief.
Other details
Job Family Accounting
Pay Type Hourly
Min Hiring Rate $65,000.00
Max Hiring Rate $70,000.00
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