HR Benefits & Payroll Specialist

New York, NY

The HR Benefits & Payroll Specialist will administer the Firm’s benefit programs and oversee semi-monthly payroll. 

Responsibilities

• Oversees Benefits Administration including Health & Welfare, 401K, and voluntary benefits.
• Coordinates employee leave and disability related transactions.
• Ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.
• Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports of payroll transactions.
• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
• Facilitates audits by providing records and documentation to auditors.
• Maintains up to date knowledge of applicable employment laws.
• Performs other duties as required. 

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least three years of related experience.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR or SPHR a plus.
• Knowledge of the laws, policies and procedures governing health and life insurance administration.
• Knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, internal control, and payroll taxes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and technical support skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to keep information confidential.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.