Payroll Associate

• Exposure to a top-tier investment firm.
• Immediate impact and skill development.

About Our Client

This organization is a well-established financial services company recognized for its innovative approach and commitment to excellence. As a medium-sized firm, it offers employees the chance to make a meaningful impact in their roles while working in a collaborative environment.

Job Description

• Multi-state payroll processing: bi-weekly and monthly for USA, wage reporting, taxing, benefit plan deductions.
• Adhere to FSLA regulations, SOX controls.
• Utilize Workday, ADP Vantage, ADP Report Writer, ADP Smart Compliance.
• Leverage AI tools (ChatGPT or CoPilot) to draft communications.
• Review and verify payroll data for accuracy and resolve discrepancies as needed.
• Assist with payroll reporting and provide support for audits and reconciliations.
• Respond to payroll-related inquiries from employees and provide excellent customer service.
• Collaborate with the accounting and finance department to ensure alignment on payroll processes.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans, and all other qualified applicants.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Payroll Associate should have:

• 3+ years of multi-state US payroll and tax experience.
• Strong understanding of FSLA, SOX, basic accounting principles.
• Systems: Workday and ADP, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems and processes in the financial services industry.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in handling payroll data and records.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively address employee inquiries.

What's on Offer

• Competitive hourly compensation offered.
• Benefits available for enrollment day 1 of employment: Medical, Dental, Vision.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in a respected financial services organization.
• Temporary position offering flexibility and professional growth.
• Collaborative and professional work environment.

If you are ready to take the next step in your accounting and finance career, apply today to join our team as a Payroll Associate!

Contact

Lauren Wachenfeld

Quote job ref

JN-052026-7010150