Payroll Clerk

*This position is onsite at our New Rochelle office.
Position Purpose: The Payroll Clerk, working with the Payroll Manager, assists with the entire payroll process which involves analyzing, preparing and inputting payroll data as well as performing other accounting related tasks.
Duties and Responsibilities: Processes bi-weekly payroll for salaried and hourly employees; issues paychecks or direct deposits to bank accounts.
Maintains payroll information, systems tables, and files through the collection, calculation and entering of data.
Updates employee information, makes pay changes, and processes incentive payments.
Time & Attendance: Oversees tracking of time and leave through time management systems.
Enters and maintains all employee information in the time management system.
Exports data from time management system and imports into payroll system.
Edits time transactions as necessary (i.
e.
, any missing or incorrect entries).
Maintains current knowledge of and ensures compliance with all applicable state and federal wage and hour laws.
Prepares payroll reports by compiling summaries of earnings, direct deposits, federal and state payroll taxes, garnishments, and other deductions.
Ensures payroll accuracy by balancing the payroll accounts and resolving payroll discrepancies; coordinates payroll interface process to accurately report payroll costs on the general ledger.
Collaborates with employees and managers to communicate various payroll related policies, procedures, laws, and government regulations.
Supports the annual budget process utilizing the payroll system and coordinating with Finance and Human Resources.
Assists Human Resources Department with issues related to withholding, employee benefits (i.
e.
, health, life insurance, unemployment, and workers compensation).
Recommends new approaches, policies and procedures to continually improve efficiency of department.
Ad-hoc analysis and reporting as required.
Special projects as requested.
Helping with other Finance related tasks Job Requirements/Skills and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent years of experience.
At least 2 years of experience with payroll systems, preferably Workday and ADP Smart Compliance.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
Knowledge of payroll methods and practices, tax filing, and benefit administration.
Current knowledge of applicable federal and state wage and hour laws.
Strong time management skills, ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, and work in a challenging fast paced and evolving environment.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and integrity is a must.
Must demonstrate good judgment and have strong attention to detail.
Salary Range: $50,000 - $58,000 *The base salary range represents the low and high end of the expected salary range for the position.
The base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors such as geographic location, experience, education, and skill level.
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com BENCHMARK EDUCATION BENEFITS OVERVIEW Benefits - Health Insurance - Dental & Vision Insurance - Disability Insurance - Life Insurance - Wellness Programs - 401K - Paid Vacation - Paid Holidays - Paid Sick Days - Employee Referral Bonus Company Culture, Perks & Discounts - Commuter Benefits - Paid Parking - Company Outings - Free Snacks - Game Room - Pet Friendly - Holiday Events - Happy Hours - Paid Technology - Sports Leagues - Art Exhibitions - Catered Lunches/Events Professional Development - Education Scholarship Fund - Cross Functional Training - Job Training & Conferences - Paid Internships COVID-19 Policy - USA All employees are required to have or obtain a COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment at Benchmark Education unless an exemption has been approved.
All employees shall be required to report their vaccine status.
All new employees shall be required to provide proof of their vaccination status prior to the start of their employment.
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