Payroll Specialist (Remote, NY, US)

Summary The Payroll Specialist will provide operational support to all steps required to ensure “zero defect” weekly payroll cycle. This individual will also serve as a point of contact, providing as back-up to the payroll Manager, provide quality customer service to employees by responding to and resolving payroll-related inquiries in a timely manner, providing follow-up communication, as necessary. Job Responsibilities Input, review, and audit timekeeping and other payroll-related records Train new users (employees, Supervisors, and Managers) in the proper use, audit, and approval for the timekeeping system Audit to ensure data accuracy for new hire, job change, salary actions, termination, and other payroll and employment related documents as received by the payroll department for expected paycheck results Audit and communicate results to the appropriate Supervisor/Manager to ensure timely updates related to missing time punches, time-off requests, and timeclock schedules Input for on-cycle, off-cycle, and bonus payrolls on a weekly basis as assigned and ensuring timeliness and accuracy for: time file batches, historical/retro activities, termination payments, adjustments, supplemental payments, and all third-party interface files Maintain all updates and documents related to Payroll audits, workflows, and work procedures Assist in all year end processing including auditing, reconciling, and producing W-2s Receive, review, and input for processing of Garnishments and Lien documents complying with all Federal and State Laws for payments and required response(s); ensure that ADP can deduct and pay the recipient Support with day-to-day administration of all payroll-related tasks Collaborate with fellow Payroll Specialists to cross-check work, share workload, and support the team goal of zero defect payroll Maintain department electronic documents and ensure accuracy for record retention, audit, and SOX compliance within payroll, as needed Assist with maintaining all