Senior Payroll Associate
A leading Investment Management firm located in Boston is looking for a Senior Payroll Associate to join their growing team! As the Senior Payroll Associate, you will support the Director of Payroll in the day to day administration and be responsible for all aspects of payroll and retirement plan operations for the firms’ US, UK and Canada offices. The Ideal candidate will have experience working within Financial Services/Professional Services firms, and have strong knowledge of U.S Payroll processes.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare bi-weekly and monthly payroll cycles, monitor time cards, special compensation amounts, and bonus payouts
- Ensure accurate/timely processing and closing of payroll, payroll funding and tax filings
- Assist with process improvements and recommend updates for the payroll processing software, systems and procedures
- Assist with quality review, data analysis, ensuring accuracy between systems (Workday to ADP, Workday to other)
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and controls, federal/state regulations and guidelines, facilitate audits by providing records and documentation to auditors
- Maintain employee confidentiality
- Answer questions/requests related to payroll and plan information
- Work with the HR department and management to coordinate/implement changes
- Onboard and capture key data points of new candidates and employees into Workday prior to commencement of employment
- Participate in all HRIS application upgrades and testing
Qualifications:
- 3-5+ years of payroll experience within a Financial Services or Professional Services industry (experience with UK & Canada payroll is ideal)
- BS/BA degree
- Experience with Workday, Paychex and ADP Workforce Now
- Strong analytical, quantitative and communication skills
- Mastery of federal and state payroll regulations and requirements
- Experienced in basic accounting principles and financial acumen
This role is a full-time h opportunity that will offer a competitive base salary, bonus, and excellent benefits. If you are interested in this opportunity, please reach out to Kelly Hanlon directly at khanlon@daleyaa.com
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