Payroll Specialist - NYC 4 days in office - $80k-$90k + bonus

Manhattan, New York Permanent USD80,000 - USD90,000 per year View Job Description
One of the most stable and prestigious financial services firms is seeking their next Payroll Specialist. As the Payroll Specialist, you'll play a key role in processing accurate and timely payroll for over 1,000 employees across multiple states. Reporting into a high-caliber payroll leader, you'll be part of a collaborative HR and Finance function that values precision, efficiency, and integrity. If you're looking for a place to grow your payroll career with best-in-class tools and smart, supportive colleagues-this is it.Role is based in NYC - 4 days a week in office. $80k-$90k + overtime, bonus, and excellent benefits package.
  • 4 days a week in office in NYC - gorgeous office with great perks
  • $80k-$90k + overtime, bonus, and incredible benefits

About Our Client

One of the most stable and prestigious financial services firms is seeking their next Payroll Specialist. As the Payroll Specialist, you'll play a key role in processing accurate and timely payroll for over 1,000 employees across multiple states. Reporting into a high-caliber payroll leader, you'll be part of a collaborative HR and Finance function that values precision, efficiency, and integrity. If you're looking for a place to grow your payroll career with best-in-class tools and smart, supportive colleagues-this is it.

Role is based in NYC - 4 days a week in office.
$80k-$90k + overtime, bonus, and excellent benefits package.

Job Description



  • Process biweekly and semimonthly payrolls for 1,000+ employees across multiple states


  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations


  • Reconcile payroll data and resolve discrepancies


  • Manage payroll adjustments, garnishments, and deductions


  • Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Benefits, and Finance


  • Maintain payroll records and documentation for audits


  • Utilize Workday to ensure seamless payroll operations


  • Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant



  • 3-5+ years of experience in high-volume, multistate payroll


  • Strong working knowledge of Workday highly preferred


  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy


  • Knowledge of payroll tax, labor laws, and regulatory compliance


  • Experience working in financial services or a corporate professional environment a plus


  • A proactive and team-oriented mindset-you get things done and like to help others do the same

What's on Offer



  • 4 days a week in office - Beautiful Manhattan offices with top-tier amenities


  • $80k-$90k base + overtime and bonus structure


  • Incredible benefits: top-tier medical, dental, vision, 401k, commuter, wellness


  • Amazing team culture-collaborative, sharp, and supportive


  • True career growth opportunities within a world-class company



Contact
Jaymee Nusbaum
Quote job ref
JN-062025-6762723

Job summary

Sector
Accounting
Sub Sector
Payroll
Industry
Financial Services
Location
Manhattan
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jaymee Nusbaum
Job Reference
JN-062025-6762723