What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll Associate position at Northbound Executive Search?
Payroll Associate (Private Equity, NYC)
Who we are:
Our client, a dynamic, multi-billion-dollar asset management firm with a global presence, including New York, Connecticut, Miami, and London. Utilizing a multi-strategy approach to identify both traditional and non-traditional growth opportunities. Collaboration and innovation are at the core of our culture, fostering a workplace where exceptional talent can thrive.
Values / Environment:
Our long-term success is driven by a commitment to fostering an environment of respect, innovation, and collaboration. We value independent thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and mutual respect, ensuring that our team members can contribute meaningfully to our success while achieving their professional goals.
What You’ll Do:
Position Overview: Payroll Associate
Responsibilities
The role involves a variety of tasks including, but not limited to:
Creating and analyzing key payroll reports.
Assisting in preparing payroll tax and 401(k) government filings, audits, and tax returns.
Compiling semi-monthly payroll summaries for Corporate Accounting to document financial data.
Addressing ad-hoc requests from individuals, Tax, HR, and Corporate Accounting.
Preparing forecasts, reconciliations, and ad-hoc analyses as needed.
Collaborating with the FinTech team to improve and automate the reporting functions of the company's enterprise resource planning system, Workday.
Reviewing the company's outstanding payroll obligations and working with other departments to reconcile and resolve them.
Managing SSNVS and new hire reporting.
Candidate Profile
Meticulous, thorough, and responsible, with a high degree of discretion regarding payroll information.
Capable of managing timelines and meeting deadlines.
Self-motivated and willing to take on new projects and see them through to completion.
3 to 5 years of relevant experience.
Strong analytical and communication skills, both oral and written.
Proficient in MS Word and Excel, with advanced Excel skills.
Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Must be a US Citizen or have clear authorization to work in the United States.
Experience with Workday enterprise resource planning software is a plus.
Previous payroll experience is an advantage.
