Payroll Specialist (NYC - no relocation) - Michael Page : Job Details

A renowned global luxury retailer with an HQ in NYC is seeking a Payroll Specialist.

Payroll Processing & Administration: Payroll administrative work in Excel - extensive experience with pivot tables and v-lookups required. Oversee the end-to-end payroll process for all employees, ensuring accurate and timely processing of bi-weekly/monthly payroll. Ensure that payroll is processed in compliance with company policies, local, state, and federal regulations. Resolve payroll discrepancies, answer payroll-related inquiries, and provide support to employees regarding payroll issues.

Team Leadership & People Management: Manage, mentor, and lead a team of payroll specialists and administrators. Conduct regular performance reviews, provide coaching and professional development, and maintain a positive work environment. Foster collaboration within the team and across departments to ensure smooth payroll operations.

System Management: Utilize UKG system for payroll processing, ensuring all payroll data is accurately entered and maintained. Troubleshoot and resolve system-related payroll issues. Stay updated with any system upgrades, changes, or enhancements related to Workday.

Compliance & Reporting: Ensure compliance with all payroll tax regulations, including federal, state, and local tax laws. Prepare and file all necessary payroll reports, tax filings, and third-party payments (e.g., benefits providers, retirement plan administrators). Assist with year-end processes, including W-2 preparation, and auditing of payroll records.

Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to streamline payroll functions and enhance efficiency. Work closely with HR, finance, and other departments to ensure integration and alignment of payroll processes with company goals.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (degree required).

Experience: Minimum of 3 years of payroll management experience. Strong experience in Excel. Extensive experience working with payroll systems - UKG preferred. Solid understanding of payroll tax laws and regulations. Experience in handling multi-state payroll and managing complex payroll issues.

Skills & Competencies: Strong leadership and team management skills. Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and payroll software (UKG, Workday). Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information.

Base salary ranging from $75,000- $85,000 dependent on experience. 1 day of remote flexibility per week. Additional benefits (bonus eligible).