Job Description

OUR CLIENT¸ a multinational law firm, is in search for a HRIS Analyst of Payroll. This is a full time, permanent position, located in White Plains, NY. This is a hybrid model role where employees are required to come into the office twice per week. Please see below for the full job description:

JOB TYPE: Permanent

LOCATION: White Plains NY 10601 (Hybrid Model- 2 days per week)

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Interested in joining a team of professionals who are smart, motivated, and dedicated to supporting the firm and each other? Skadden – known for approaching our clients' most complex matters with innovative and creative thinking – is hiring a Payroll Specialist to join our firm in White Plains, NY.  In this role, you will support the Firm's Payroll Department in preparing payrolls for all domestic and international offices.

·         Computes wages, withholdings, and deductions where multi-state tax laws apply.

·         Counsels legal and non-legal staff regarding payroll issues/problems and ensures adherence to financial and Firm policies.

·         Investigates and adjusts reported irregularities in pay.

·         Organizes, processes, and proofreads time tickets.

·         Processes new hires, garnishments, rehires, terminations, direct deposits, vacation advances, leaves of absence and other payrolls on computer system.

·         Verifies wage increases and salary dockings.

·         Responsible for the expatriate payroll.

·         Responds to phone inquiries and salary verifications.

·         Develops and runs audit reports to monitor payroll requirements.

·         Compiles statistical and audit/edit reports.

·         Demonstrates effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships with others.

·         Manages Firm resources responsibly.

·         Complies with and understands Firm operation, policies, and procedures.

·         Compiles statistical and audit/edit reports.

·         Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

·         Knowledge of Federal/State tax laws which pertain to payroll

·         Knowledge of payroll processing procedures

·         Knowledge of relevant firm computer software programs (e.g., Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Workday), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems

·         Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing

·         Demonstrates close attention to detail

·         Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities

·         Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality

·         Ability to organize and prioritize work

·         Ability to work well in a demanding and fast-paced environment

·         Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team

·         Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs

·         Ability to read, interpret and follow instructions

·         Ability to deal courteously/effectively with others

·         Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:

·         High School Diploma or equivalent

·         Minimum of two years related experience

·         Experience working with Workday Payroll and Expatriate Payroll