Payroll Coordinator (New York)

Position Summary

The Coordinator, Payroll will assist in timely and accurate processing of multi-state and multi pay cycle payrolls, which includes entering of payroll data, providing customer service to employees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Typical responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Responsible for New Hire processing (reviewing onboarding status, entering appropriate taxes, notifying governmental agencies about hire).

Review and update Garnishment requests.

Manage 401(k) loan related data and ensure that information is provided to all relevant parties.

Update monthly reports for retirement team.

Assist Payroll team members with all changes to payroll as requested.

Update Wage Works/Health Equity with all related data.

Assist with special projects or audits.

Run queries and ad hoc reports from Workday to retrieve and analyze data required to complete payroll processing.

Assist employees with payroll related inquiries.

Qualifications/Position Requirements

Knowledge in working with an HRIS system and Payroll Database, ideally Workday.

Working knowledge of appropriate local, state, and federal wage and labor laws, employee benefit plans, employment practices, and payroll taxes.

Ability to manage and prioritize multiple assignments.

Strong excel skills and proficiency in other Microsoft suite applications.

Detail oriented with well-developed analytical, research and problem-solving skills.

Exemplary business ethics, confidentiality, and integrity.

Excellent organizational skills with careful attention to detail and timely follow-through.

Strong verbal and written communication skills as well as solid interpersonal skills.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business management or a related field.

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification is a plus.

1 to 3 years payroll experience in a law firm or professional services organization.

Workday experience strongly preferred.

Compensation

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $65,000 - $75,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, anticipated assignment, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Davis Polk offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.