Payroll Associate – HR Operations

Hybrid in New York, NY, US • Posted 12 hours ago • Updated 12 hours ago
Contract W2
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No Travel Required
Hybrid
Depends on Experience
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Job Details

Skills

  • Payroll
  • HR
  • payroll systems

Summary

Job Title: Payroll Associate – HR Operations
Location: NYC, NY (Hybrid)
Duration: 6 Months
 
Job Description:
Position Overview
The client is seeking a Payroll Associate (PF2) to join our HR Operations Payroll team. This role supports the execution of end-to-end payroll processing within an in-house SAP Employee Central Payroll (ECP) environment. The Payroll Associate will perform core payroll activities, partner with internal stakeholders, and help oversee outsourced operational support.
This position requires a detail-oriented professional who can manage routine payroll processes independently, apply sound judgment to resolve issues, and contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll Processing
  • Execute and support bi-weekly payroll processing in SAP Employee Central Payroll (ECP)
  • Review and validate payroll data including hires, terminations, pay changes, and adjustments
  • Perform payroll audits, reconciliations, and issue resolution
  • Ensure payroll is processed accurately and in accordance with established timelines
Vendor & Offshore Coordination
  • Provide day-to-day oversight and guidance to offshore payroll support team (Accenture)
  • Review work output for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to service standards
  • Manage garnishment processes in coordination with third-party vendor (Strada)
  • Monitor vendor performance and ensure service level expectations are met
Employee Support & Case Management
  • Respond to payroll-related inquiries through case management systems
  • Partner with HR, Employee Relations, and other internal teams to resolve pay-related issues
  • Ensure timely, accurate, and professional communication with stakeholders
Testing & Process Improvement
  • Participate in payroll system testing (e.g., support packs, enhancements, process changes)
  • Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency
  • Support implementation of automation and process improvements
Controls & Compliance
  • Ensure adherence to payroll policies, procedures, and internal controls
  • Maintain accurate documentation and support audit activities
  • Collaborate with Payroll Tax team and other stakeholders as needed
Qualifications
Required
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
  • 1-3 years of payroll, HR operations, or related experience
  • Working knowledge of payroll systems (SAP ECP preferred)
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
  • Effective communication and problem-solving skills
Key Competencies
  • Analytical thinking and attention to detail
  • Accountability and ownership of work
  • Collaboration and teamwork
  • Ability to work with moderate guidance and exercise sound judgment
  • Continuous improvement mindset
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
  • Dice Id: 90806069
  • Position Id: 13436-15662-
  • Posted 12 hours ago
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