Payroll Administrator

Connor Group is a specialized professional services firm of Big 4 alumni, industry executives and technology architects. Our team of highly experienced professionals assists financial executives with their most complex business needs, including Accounting Advisory, Digital Solutions, Financial Operations, IPO, M&A, and Managed Services. 

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join the payroll department within our corporate team to help process payroll for 600+ employees across the country as well as review current processes and recommend improvements.

Duties and responsibilities include:

· Maintain day-to-day payroll transactions

· Update the internal payroll file for all new hires and terminations. Ensure new hires are approved and accurate pay rate is reflected

· Calculate payroll and exception items such as bonuses, garnishments, terminations, tax adjustments, expense reimbursements, etc.

· Ensure all payroll changes are made in the Paychex system including new hires, terminations, deductions and withholdings, direct deposit information, benefits elections, etc.

· Prepare short-term disability and paid disability leave calculations

· Prepare final pay calculations and ensure final payments are made in accordance with the state laws in which our employees reside

· Ensure employees are classified and mapped correctly within the various systems (Paychex, NetSuite, OpenAir)

· Prepare, analyze and review payroll reports

· Reconcile internal payroll file with Paychex prior to submitting for final approval

· Assist with the preparation of the payroll journal entries

· Assisting with Ad-hoc payroll related projects, as needed

Qualified candidates will have:

· Excellent interpersonal skills. Must be able to work effectively within a team environment

· Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and achieve effective time management

· Strong data entry skills

· Excellent organizational skills

· Detail driven mindset

· Demonstrated ability to understand and pick up on new concepts quickly

· Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems by introducing practical solutions

Software skills:

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) required

· Paychex experience preferred but not required

Education and Experience:

· Previous experience in a payroll position preferred but not required

· Bachelor's degree in a related field, accounting preferred

Connor Group is committed to celebrating the value of diversity in a globally connected business world. Our team culture is collaborative and encourages team members to take initiative. Our professionals are committed to excellence, growth, and integrity. By focusing on innovation, we continue to raise the bar on excellence and deliver greater value to our clients.