Payroll Associate

Responsibilities Process bi-weekly and monthly payroll. Build strong relationships with Human Resources and review/update employee records as needed. Partner with Leave of Absences team to ensure proper payments while employees are on leave. Process bonuses or severance when needed. Review employee federal and state income and related taxes for accurate calculation. Use research skills to resolve discrepancies through collection and analysis of information within payroll system. Reconcile payroll deposits tax with holdings wage garnishments and voluntary deductions. Create reports of employee earnings taxes deductions and employers contribution of social security and unemployment; including other requested ad-hoc reports. Maintain confidence of employee data by keeping all information confidential. Provide support to firm employees regarding payroll questions. Communicate effectively professionally and accurately. Ensure continuous learning in payroll best practices. Integrate new knowledge and skills into daily work and share with colleagues as appropriate. Maintain current knowledge of local state and federal practices and laws. Participate in department projects and other tasks as assigned. Qualifications Bachelors Degree preferred 2 years of payroll experience required. International (US CDN UK Germany) payroll experience preferred. Demonstrated problem solving organization interpersonal project management and communication skills. Experience with Workday and ADP is preferred. Solid Microsoft Suite skills (Excel) required. Ability to learn and utilize specialized software such as UltiPro Star etc. Ability to provide exceptional client service demonstrate commitment to continuous learning display appropriate ethical knowledge and commitment and exhibit a sense of urgency and commitment to quality and timely completion of duties. Keen sense of accuracy and attention to detail as well as ability to follow directions/procedures required. Ability to work in a fast-paced time sensitive environment with frequent interruptions required. Proficiency in other Microsoft Office applications - Word PowerPoint Outlook and SharePoint.