Senior Payroll Specialist
Location: Onsite – New York City
Salary: $70,000 – $80,000 annually
Employment Type: Full-Time

A well-known and respected healthcare organization with multiple locations across NYC is seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Specialist to join its Payroll team. This onsite role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

The Senior Payroll Specialist will manage and process payroll for multiple affiliate organizations, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with all applicable laws, union contracts, and internal policies. This position reports to the Director of Payroll and plays a key role in maintaining seamless payroll operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process weekly payroll for multiple entities in accordance with federal, state, local, and company regulations.

• Oversee timekeeping in UKG/Kronos and HHA Exchange systems to ensure accuracy and timely approval of time records.

• Address employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies.

• Maintain accurate records for new hires, terminations, job changes, and benefits deductions.

• Reconcile and process retirement contributions and union benefit payments, including 1199 and other bargaining units.

• Provide payroll reports to the Finance team to support monthly financial close.

• Assist the Director of Payroll and support team members as needed.

• Maintain confidentiality and secure handling of payroll records.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree required.

• Minimum 5 years of payroll experience, preferably in a lead or supervisory capacity.

• Strong knowledge of payroll principles, laws, and regulations.

• Proficiency in ADP (Enterprise v6 or Workforce Now preferred).

• Experience with UKG/Kronos and HHA Exchange required.

• Strong Excel skills (including pivot tables and VLOOKUP).

• Familiarity with union contracts and payroll processes in a healthcare setting.

Benefits:

• Health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

• Opportunities for training and professional development.

• Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

To apply or learn more, please submit your resume for confidential consideration.