Payroll Associate

Overview

Job Title: Payroll Associate
Department: Finance
Reports to: Payroll Director
Location: Hybrid in NYC
Schedule: M – F 9am
-5pm
Salary Grade: $60,000-$78,000

Formerly the Mental Health Association of New York City (MHA-NYC), Vibrant Emotional Health’s groundbreaking solutions have delivered high quality services and support, when, where and how people need it for over 50 years. Through our state-of-the-art technology-enabled services, community wellness programs, and advocacy and education work, we are building a society in which emotional wellness can be a reality for everyone.

• Under the supervision of the Payroll Director, perform duties necessary to ensure the timely process for the organization’s bi-weekly payroll utilizing Workday software.
• Assist in the preparation and processing of payroll for multiple pay groups, ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
• Process new hire documentation and verify payroll records ensuring all taxes and deduction are accurate and in compliance.
• Verify and input employee data, including hours worked, tax information, and other relevant details into the payroll system.
• Assist in processing wage garnishments, deductions, and other special payroll transactions as needed.
• Support in Time and Attendance processes and ensuring all absences and PTOs are up to date.
• Respond to payroll-related inquiries from employees in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist in generating and distributing payroll reports and statements.
• Maintain accurate and organized payroll records, both physical and electronic documentation.
• Stay up-to-date on changes in payroll regulations and tax laws to ensure compliance.
• Conduct audits to ensure accuracy and maintain data integrity.
• Provide support to leadership team for various payroll inquiries
• Assist with other payroll projects, as needed.

• BS Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field of study or equivalent work experiences.
• 3+ years of progressive payroll experiences.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experiences in Workday is strongly preferred, but not required.
• Solid understanding of payroll principles, tax regulations, and wage laws.
• Strong Proficiency with payroll system and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive payroll information with discretion and integrity.

Excellent comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, supplemental income insurance, pre-tax transit/parking, pre-tax FSA for medical and dependent care, and 401K available. 4 weeks’ vacation, plum benefits, etc.

Vibrant Emotional Health is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to veteran status, uniformed service member status, race, creed, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, caregiver status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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